constantemente
“constantemente” means “constantly” in Spanish (describing ongoing action).
constantly, continuously
Also: always, repeatedly
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Ella está constantemente estudiando para sus exámenes.
A2She is constantly studying for her exams.
El teléfono suena constantemente, no tenemos paz.
B1The phone rings continuously; we have no peace.
Para mejorar, debes practicar constantemente, todos los días.
B2To improve, you must practice constantly, every day.
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This word comes from the adjective 'constante' (constant) combined with the common Spanish suffix '-mente,' which means 'in a manner' or 'in a way.' This suffix traces back to the Latin word *mens* (mind or manner).
First recorded: 15th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'constantemente' stronger than 'siempre' (always)?
They are very similar, but 'constantemente' often emphasizes the continuous, uninterrupted nature of the action, whereas 'siempre' is a more general term for 'all the time' or 'on every occasion.'
How are adverbs like 'constantemente' formed?
They are built from the feminine singular form of an adjective (like 'constante') by adding the ending '-mente.' This is the standard way to create '-ly' words in Spanish.