Also means
reliable
Usage Note
Serio describes both a grave demeanour (una expresión seria) and something trustworthy or dependable (una empresa seria). Used with estar it describes a temporary mood; with ser it characterises a person's nature. The adverb en serio means 'seriously' or 'for real'.
Examples
"El doctor tiene una expresión muy seria."
Natural Translation
The doctor has a very serious expression.
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