Inestable (en. Unstable)

/in.esˈta.ble/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
Which does not have stability or security.
Weather conditions are unstable this week.
Las condiciones climáticas son inestables esta semana.
Which is subject to sudden changes.
His emotional state is very unstable.
Su estado emocional es muy inestable.
Which lacks balance or firmness.
The building is unstable due to structural issues.
El edificio es inestable debido a los problemas estructurales.

Etymology

From Latin 'instabilis', meaning 'not stable'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

unstable situation
Context or circumstances that are not safe or firm.
situación inestable
unstable mood
Emotional state that changes frequently.
mood inestable
unstable economy
Economic situation subject to fluctuations.
economía inestable
unstable relationship
A relationship that is not solid or lasting.
relación inestable

Related Words

stable
Which has stability or permanence.
estable
stability
Quality of being stable.
estabilidad
insecure
Which does not provide security.
inseguro

Slang Meanings

Disordered or chaotic.
Everything in his life is unstable, he doesn't know what to do.
Todo en su vida es inestable, no sabe qué hacer.
Subject to unexpected changes.
This weather is very unstable, better take a coat.
Este clima está muy inestable, mejor lleva un abrigo.