Equilibrio (en. Balance)

/e.ki.liˈβɾjo/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
A state in which the acting forces are equal and opposite, resulting in a situation of stability.
Balance in the ecosystem is essential for its health.
El equilibrio en el ecosistema es esencial para su salud.
Harmonious proportion between different parts or elements.
It is important to maintain balance between work and personal life.
Es importante mantener el equilibrio entre trabajo y vida personal.
Physical support that allows a body to remain stable.
The juggler maintained balance on the tightrope.
El malabarista mantuvo el equilibrio sobre la cuerda floja.

Etymology

From Latin 'aequilibrium', made up of 'aequus', meaning equal, and 'libra', meaning scale.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to be in balance
To have a balance between different situations or aspects of life.
estar en equilibrio
to maintain balance
To preserve a balanced or stable state.
mantener el equilibrio
to lose balance
To be unable to maintain a balanced state.
perder el equilibrio

Related Words

balance
State of equal and opposite forces.
balance
stability
Quality of being stable.
stabilidad
proportion
Relationship of quantity between two or more elements.
proporción

Slang Meanings

To find a balance in life.
After many changes, I finally achieved my balance.
Después de muchos cambios, finalmente logré mi equilibrio.
To be in a controlled situation.
At the party, I was in balance, enjoying without excess.
En la fiesta estaba en equilibrio, disfrutando sin exagerar.