imparable
“imparable” means “unstoppable” in Spanish (unable to be halted or prevented from continuing).
unstoppable
Also: relentless, irresistible
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El equipo de fútbol está en una racha imparable.
A2The soccer team is on an unstoppable streak.
Su ascenso en la empresa parece imparable.
B1Her rise in the company seems unstoppable.
El cambio climático es un proceso imparable si no actuamos pronto.
B2Climate change is an unstoppable process if we don't act soon.
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From the Latin prefix 'in-' (not) combined with 'parāre' (to prepare or stop) and the suffix '-abilis' (capable of). It literally means 'not capable of being stopped.'
First recorded: 17th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'imparable' only used for physical things like cars?
Not at all! While it can describe a runaway train, it's most commonly used for abstract things like a person's career, an economy, or a sports team's success.
What is the difference between 'imparable' and 'indetenible'?
They are almost identical. 'Imparable' is slightly more common in everyday speech, while 'indetenible' sounds a tiny bit more formal, but you can use them interchangeably.
Does 'imparable' ever have a negative meaning?
It can. While often positive (like a student's progress), it can be negative if describing something bad that can't be stopped, like 'una caída imparable' (an unstoppable fall/decline).