stetig
Translation
steady, constant, continuous
Examples
Der Wind weht stetig.
The wind blows steadily.
Sein Zustand verbessert sich stetig.
His condition is steadily improving.
Eine stetige Entwicklung ist wichtig.
A steady development is important.
Grammar Patterns
((as an adjective)) steady ... A stetige Verbesserung is visible.
((as an adverb)) steadily ... The prices are rising stetig.
Similar Words
Synonyms: konstant, kontinuierlich; Antonyms: unstetig, wechselhaft
Etymology
From Middle High German 'stætec' (firm, standing), related to 'stehen' (to stand).
Memory Tips
Think of 'stehen' (to stand). Something that 'stands' its ground and doesn't move or change is 'steady'.