inestabilidad
“inestabilidad” means “instability” in Spanish (general lack of steadiness).
instability
Also: unsteadiness, unpredictability
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La inestabilidad económica preocupa a los ciudadanos.
B1The economic instability worries the citizens.
Sufre de una ligera inestabilidad al caminar.
B2He suffers from a slight unsteadiness when walking.
Muchos jóvenes lidian con la inestabilidad emocional.
C1Many young people deal with emotional instability.
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Which of these is the most likely meaning of 'inestabilidad política'?
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📚 Etymology▼
From the Latin word 'instabilitas', which was made by combining 'in-' (meaning 'not') and 'stabilis' (meaning 'standing firm' or 'stable').
First recorded: 15th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'inestabilidad' only used for serious topics?
While it sounds professional, it's used for anything that isn't steady—from a shaky table to a person's mood or even the weather.
How do I pronounce the 'd' at the end?
In Spanish, a 'd' at the end of a word is very soft. It sounds a bit like the 'th' in the English word 'this', but even lighter.
Can I use it as an adjective?
No, 'inestabilidad' is the name of the state (a noun). If you want to describe something as 'unstable', use the adjective 'inestable'.