Cool MateConsistent vs Still the same
When to use each in English, with meaning, register, and examples.
Consistent
Top 2,000 (common)B2adjective
Still the same
Top 3,000 (common)
Most common: Consistent
| Consistent | Still the same | |
|---|---|---|
| Pronunciation | 🇬🇧 /["/kənˈsɪstənt/"]/🇺🇸 /["/kənˈsɪstənt/"]/ | 🇬🇧 //stɪl ðə seɪm//🇺🇸 //stɪl ðə seɪm// |
| Meaning | Always happening in the same way or showing the same quality. | remains unchanged |
| Example | Her performance has been consistent throughout the year, earning her the top spot in the competition. | Despite the years, she is still the same. |
| Register | Neutral | Neutral |
| How common | Top 2,000 (common) | Top 3,000 (common) |
| CEFR level | B2 | - |
| Part of speech | adjective | |
| Collocations | be, become, remain, extremely, fairly, very, be, become, remain, extremely, fairly, very, appear, be, seem, completely, entirely, fully, across, among, between, appear, be, seem, completely, entirely, fully, across, among, between | still the same person, still the same situation, still the same attitude |
| Antonyms | inconsistent, variable, erratic | - |
| Common mistakes | Confusing 'consistent' with 'consistent with' when discussing compatibility., Using 'consistency' incorrectly as a synonym for 'consistent'., Erroneously applying the word to describe one-time events. | Using in past tense without context, e.g., 'was still the same.', Using with incorrect subjects, e.g., 'they still the same.' |
| Usage notes | Use 'consistent' when you want to describe something that does not change or varies little over time. It's appropriate in both casual and formal contexts, but avoid it in overly emotional or subjective discussions where 'reliable' might feel more fitting. | Used to indicate that something has not changed over time. Can be used in various contexts but avoid in very formal writing. |
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Frequently asked questions: Consistent vs Still the same
What's the difference between Consistent and Still the same?
Consistent: Always happening in the same way or showing the same quality. Still the same: remains unchanged
Which is more common: Consistent and Still the same?
Consistent is the most common in everyday English.
Can you show an example of each?
Consistent: Her performance has been consistent throughout the year, earning her the top spot in the competition. Still the same: Despite the years, she is still the same.
Can I use Consistent and Still the same interchangeably?
Not always. Consistent and Still the same are related and overlap in some contexts, but they differ in register, how common they are, and usage, so swapping one for another can change the meaning or tone. Check the differences above before substituting.