estabilidad
“estabilidad” means “stability” in Spanish (general state of being steady).
stability
Also: steadiness, security
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El país finalmente ha alcanzado la estabilidad política.
B2The country has finally reached political stability.
Busco un trabajo que me dé un poco más de estabilidad.
B1I'm looking for a job that gives me a bit more stability.
Esta mesa es vieja y ha perdido su estabilidad.
A2This table is old and has lost its steadiness.
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Quick Quiz: estabilidad
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Which of these is the correct way to say 'emotional stability'?
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📚 Etymology▼
From the Latin 'stabilitas,' which means 'steadfastness' or 'firmness.' It comes from the verb 'stare,' meaning 'to stand.'
First recorded: 13th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'estabilidad' always feminine?
Yes, all nouns ending in '-dad' in Spanish are feminine.
Can I use 'estabilidad' for a wobbly chair?
Absolutely. You can say 'La silla no tiene estabilidad' (The chair isn't stable/steady).
What is the plural of 'estabilidad'?
The plural is 'estabilidades,' though it is much less common than the singular form.