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permanecir

to remain

verb pehr-mah-neh-SEHR Rare

Origin: Latin permanere, 'to last'

Also means

to stay

Usage Note

Permanecer is a formal synonym for quedarse, often implying a more lasting or deliberate state rather than a brief stay. It pairs with adjectives of state: permaneció callado (he remained silent). In official, legal, or literary registers it is strongly preferred over quedarse.

Examples

"El niño permaneció callado durante la clase."

Natural Translation

The child remained silent during the class.

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