Beständigkeit
constancy, steadiness, consistency
noun be-SHTAEN-dikh-kite Rare
Also means
durability, permanence
Usage Note
Beständigkeit describes the quality of remaining stable, reliable, and unchanged over time — in character, relationships, or values. Unlike Sturheit (rigidity), it is positive, implying trustworthiness. Also used in material science (durability), but the character sense is equally widespread.
Examples
"In unsicheren Zeiten ist die Beständigkeit des Partners ein großes Geschenk."
Natural Translation
In uncertain times, a partner's constancy is a great gift.
Literal Translation
In uncertain times the constancy of the partner is a great gift.
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