consiste
“consiste” means “consists of” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
consists of
Also: is made up of
📝 In Action
Mi desayuno consiste en fruta y café.
A1My breakfast consists of fruit and coffee.
El juego consiste en atrapar la pelota.
A2The game consists of catching the ball.
lies in
Also: is about
📝 In Action
La felicidad consiste en disfrutar las pequeñas cosas.
B1Happiness lies in enjoying the little things.
Subjunctive
Imperfect Subjunctive
Present Subjunctive
Indicative
Preterite
Imperfect
Present
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Which word always follows 'consiste' when you want to say 'it consists of'?
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From the Latin word 'consistere', which means 'to stand still' or 'to stay together'. It implies a group of things standing together to form a whole.
First recorded: 13th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'consiste' always a verb?
Yes, 'consiste' is a form of the verb 'consistir'. It specifically means 'he, she, or it consists'.
Can I use 'consiste' to describe food recipes?
Absolutely! It's perfect for listing ingredients. For example: 'La salsa consiste en tomate y ajo'.