consistente
“consistente” means “firm” in Spanish (physical texture or material).
firm, solid
Also: thick, coherent
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La salsa necesita estar más consistente antes de servirla.
A2The sauce needs to be thicker/firmer before serving it.
El abogado presentó un argumento muy consistente ante el juez.
B1The lawyer presented a very solid argument to the judge.
Para construir esta mesa, necesitamos una madera más consistente.
B2To build this table, we need a more solid/sturdy wood.
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Quick Quiz: consistente
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If you are making a soup and it is too watery, you might say it is NOT...
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From the Latin word 'consistens,' which described something that 'stands together' or 'stays firm.'
First recorded: 15th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'consistente' a false friend?
Not exactly, but it's a 'partial' friend. In English, 'consistent' usually means doing something the same way every time. In Spanish, it often refers to physical firmness or logical solidity. For 'steady behavior,' Spanish speakers often prefer the word 'constante'.
Can I use 'consistente' to describe a person?
Yes, but it usually refers to their performance or their arguments. If you say an athlete is 'consistente,' you mean their high level of performance is steady and solid.
What is the difference between 'espeso' and 'consistente'?
'Espeso' specifically means 'thick' (like mud or heavy cream). 'Consistente' is broader; it means something has enough body and firmness to not fall apart or be watery.