confiable
“confiable” means “reliable” in Spanish (referring to a machine, car, or system).
reliable, trustworthy
Also: dependable
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Mi mejor amigo es una persona muy confiable.
A2My best friend is a very trustworthy person.
Necesito un coche que sea confiable para viajar.
B1I need a car that is reliable for traveling.
Esa no me parece una fuente de noticias confiable.
B1That doesn't seem like a reliable news source to me.
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If you have a car that never breaks down, how would you describe it?
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Comes from the verb 'confiar' (to trust) and the ending '-able' (which means 'able to be'). It ultimately comes from Latin words meaning 'to trust completely'.
First recorded: 17th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'confiable' and 'fiable'?
They are almost the same! 'Confiable' is more common in Latin America, while 'fiable' is very common in Spain. Both mean reliable.
Can I use 'confiable' for a secret?
Not really. For a secret, you would describe the *person* as 'confiable' (trustworthy), but the secret itself would be 'un secreto'.