What does "precario" mean in English?

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Spanish

precario

English

precarious

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Alternative translations of "precario"

uncertain
unstable
insecure
fragile

Examples of how to use "precario" in Spanish

Spanish
Vivían en condiciones muy precarias.
English
They lived in very poor conditions.
Spanish
Su empleo es muy precario y temporal.
English
Their employment is very insecure and temporary.
Spanish
El trabajo precario afecta a muchas familias.
English
Precarious work affects many families.
Spanish
Su balance financiero sigue siendo precario.
English
Their financial situation remains precarious.
Spanish
Tienen un refugio precario sobre la colina.
English
They have a makeshift shelter on the hill.

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Vivían en condiciones muy precarias.

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