This is the 11366th most frequent Spanish word.
estancadas
"Estancadas" means "stagnant" or "stuck."
In this context, 'estancadas' is used to describe something figuratively being 'stalled' or 'not progressing', often used for processes or situations.
Las negociaciones están estancadas desde hace semanas.
The negotiations have been stalled for weeks.
Here, 'estancadas' refers to water being static and not flowing, typically implying a lack of movement or freshness in the literal sense.
Las aguas del lago están estancadas y no se mueven.
The lake's waters are stagnant and do not move.
'Estancadas' in this sentence metaphorically describes economic sectors being 'stagnant' and not showing development or growth.