ständig
Translation
constantly, continuously, permanently, always
Examples
Er beschwert sich ständig.
He complains constantly.
Sie ist ständig unterwegs.
She is constantly on the go.
Grammar Patterns
((as an adverb)) constantly, always He is constantly late.
Similar Words
Synonyms: immer, dauernd, permanent; Antonyms: selten, nie
Etymology
From 'Stand' (state, position), meaning 'in a constant state'.
Memory Tips
Think of something 'standing' still, never moving or changing, hence 'constantly'.