ständiger

Ständig is a German adjective that translates to "constant," "continuous," "permanent," or "perpetual" in English. It is used to describe something that happens or exists without interruption or cessation. The word can be applied to a wide range of situations, from abstract concepts to physical phenomena. For example, one might speak of "ständiger Regen" (constant rain), "ständige Verbesserung" (continuous improvement), or a "ständiger Gast" (permanent guest).

In a temporal sense, "ständig" emphasizes an unbroken duration. It implies that an action or state has been ongoing and is expected to continue. This distinguishes it from words that might indicate something that happens frequently but with breaks, such as "häufig" (frequently) or "oft" (often). The concept of "ständigkeit" (constancy) is a fundamental aspect of many natural laws and human experiences.

The term can also denote something that is fixed or unchanging over time, suggesting a lack of variation. For instance, a "ständiger Wert" (constant value) in mathematics or physics refers to a quantity that does not alter. In social contexts, "ständige Anwesenheit" (constant presence) might describe someone who is always around. The opposite of "ständig" would typically be words like "vorübergehend" (temporary), "gelegentlich" (occasional), or "wechselnd" (changing).