Confiable
Example: Mi amigo es muy confiable y siempre ayuda cuando puedo.
Definition
"Confiable" describes someone or something that can be trusted to be honest, dependable, and reliable. For example, a person who consistently supports friends and fulfills promises is considered "confiable." It emphasizes trustworthiness and the quality of being able to rely on.
Etymology
The word "confiable" comes from the Spanish verb "confiar," meaning to trust, combined with the suffix "-able," which indicates capability. This formation suggests something or someone worthy of trust. The root "confiar" ultimately derives from the Latin "confidare," meaning 'to have full trust or reliance.' Did you know that "confiar" also shares roots with the English word 'confide'?
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"Confiable" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (A2) - set 1", containing 125 commonly used words.
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