sturdy

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BrE /ˈstɜː.di/ AmE /ˈstɜːr.di/

adjective en → es

1 STRONG [attributive], [predicative] A2

strong and firm, not likely to break or fall down

fuerte, resistente, sólido

  • a sturdy chair/table

Collocations sturdy furniture · sturdy construction

  • The table is very sturdy and can hold a lot of weight.

    La mesa es muy resistente y puede soportar mucho peso.

2 HEALTHY [attributive], [predicative] B1

healthy, strong, and able to work hard for a long time without getting tired

saludable, fuerte, robusto

  • a sturdy person

Collocations sturdy constitution · sturdy health

  • She has a very sturdy constitution and can work long hours.

    Ella tiene una constitución muy fuerte y puede trabajar largas horas.