constante
/konsˈtante/
The English word 'consistent' can be translated into Spanish as constante.
The word constante is used to describe something of a regularly occurring, dependable nature.
Meaning: of a regularly occurring, dependable nature (adj)
Which one should you use?
While constante refers to something that happens regularly or without stopping, coherente is used when referring to logical consistency or a person's actions matching their words.
How does it change in a sentence?
The adjective constante is invariable in gender, meaning the same form is used for both masculine and feminine nouns. To express the plural, use constantes.
How do you pronounce it?
/konsˈtante/
Did you know?
- Spanish has a specific word constancia for the quality of being consistent, which is often translated as 'perseverance' or 'steadfastness'.
- If you call a person constante in Spanish, you are often paying them a compliment regarding their perseverance and grit, not just their predictability.
- In mathematics, a 'constant' value is expressed as una constante, treating the word as a feminine noun regardless of the variable's nature.
Examples in context
- La empresa necesita mantener una estrategia coherente para asegurar un crecimiento sostenido.The company needs to maintain a consistent strategy to ensure sustainable growth.
- He ido al gimnasio seguido para mantener una rutina de ejercicios.I've been going to the gym regularly to maintain an exercise routine.
- Mi amigo siempre es firme en sus decisiones y opiniones.My friend is always consistent in his decisions and opinions.
- Mi hermana es constante en el estudio y siempre obtiene buenas calificaciones.My sister is consistent in her studies and always gets good grades.
- Es un trabajador constante.He is a consistent worker.
- Necesitamos un ritmo constante para correr.We need a consistent pace to run.
- Su apoyo ha sido constante.His support has been consistent.
Example conversation
María and Mateo are discussing their new training routine.
- María¿Crees que nuestro progreso es constante?Do you think our progress is consistent?
- MateoSí, María, estamos mejorando cada día.Yes, María, we are improving every day.
- MaríaMe alegra que el esfuerzo sea constante.I am glad the effort is consistent.
- MateoSeguiremos así, Mateo te lo asegura.We will keep it up, Mateo assures you.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry constante, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
