Consistencia (en. Consistency)

/konsisˈtenθja/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
The degree to which a substance or mixture maintains its shape or structure.
The consistency of the bread dough must be homogeneous before baking.
La consistencia de la masa de pan debe ser homogénea antes de hornear.
Relationship of coherence or stability in a given context.
The consistency of the argument strengthened his position in the debate.
La consistencia del argumento fortaleció su posición en el debate.
In gastronomy, it refers to the texture and firmness of food.
We are looking for a creamy consistency in the sauce.
Buscamos una consistencia cremosa en la salsa.

Etymology

From Latin 'consistentia', which means 'the quality of being united, firm, or persistent.'

Common Phrases and Expressions

to have consistency
Maintaining a quality or objective over time.
tener consistencia
consistency of the data
The degree to which data is coherent and reliable.
consistencia de los datos
consistency in work
The pattern or regularity in the quality of the work done.
consistencia en el trabajo

Related Words

consistent
Having consistency, solid or firm.
consistente
coherence
Quality of being logical and congruent.
coherencia
solidity
Firmness and robustness of something.
solidez

Slang Meanings

Consistency in the joke.
The joke lost consistency, it no longer makes people laugh like before.
El chiste perdió consistencia, ya no causa risa como antes.
Consistency in personality.
That person has consistency, they always act with the same ethics.
Esa persona tiene consistencia, siempre actúa con la misma ética.