/konsˈtan.te/
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Translation
constant, continual
Word origin
From Latin constans, the present participle of constare ('to stand firm'), from con- and stare ('to stand').
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- constans
- English cognates
- constant, stable
Grammar
Masc pluralconstantes
Examples
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The constant noise will not let me sleep.
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With constant effort you will reach your goal.
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The temperature stays constant all day.
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You need to be more consistent in your studies!
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He lives under constant pressure at work.
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