sostenible
Able to be maintained at a certain rate or level, especially concerning the environment and resources. It implies meeting current needs without compromising future generations.
Examples
3 of 5Trato de llevar un estilo de vida más sostenible.
I try to lead a more sustainable lifestyle.
La empresa implementó un modelo de negocio sostenible.
The company implemented a sustainable business model.
Ese ritmo de trabajo no es sostenible.
That work pace is not sustainable.
Synonyms
Antonyms
Word Family
Memory Tip
If you can 'sustain' it, it is 'sostenible'.
Quick Quiz
Debemos usar fuentes de energía ___ como la solar.
Correct!
The correct answer is: sostenibles
Examples
Trato de llevar un estilo de vida más sostenible.
everydayI try to lead a more sustainable lifestyle.
La empresa implementó un modelo de negocio sostenible.
formalThe company implemented a sustainable business model.
Ese ritmo de trabajo no es sostenible.
informalThat work pace is not sustainable.
La agricultura sostenible reduce el uso de químicos.
academicSustainable agriculture reduces the use of chemicals.
Buscamos una ventaja competitiva sostenible.
businessWe are looking for a sustainable competitive advantage.
Synonyms
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Common Collocations
Common Phrases
de manera sostenible
in a sustainable manner
objetivos sostenibles
sustainable goals
recursos sostenibles
sustainable resources
Often Confused With
In many regions, they are synonyms. However, 'sostenible' is more common in Spain, and 'sustentable' in Latin America for environmental contexts.
Usage Notes
Very frequent in IELTS topics regarding the environment, economy, and city planning.
Common Mistakes
Spelling: often misspelled with 'm' instead of 'n' before 'i'. It is 'sostenible'.
Memory Tip
If you can 'sustain' it, it is 'sostenible'.
Word Origin
From the verb 'sostener' (to hold up/sustain) + suffix '-ible'.
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
Debemos usar fuentes de energía ___ como la solar.
Correct!
The correct answer is: sostenibles
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