firmly
word
/ˈfɝmɫi/
FURM-lee
/fˈɜːmli/
FURM-lee
Definition
In a strong, steady, and confident way that does not change easily; can describe how you hold something or how you express an opinion.
Usage & Nuances
Usually used with actions that involve strength or certainty: 'hold firmly', 'say firmly', 'stand firmly'. More common in formal or neutral language than casual speech. Not used for physical size or quantity; it refers to manner.
Spanish: firmemente - con firmezaPortuguese (BR): firmemente - com firmezaPortuguese (PT): firmemente - com firmezaChinese (Simplified): 坚定地 - 稳固地Chinese (Traditional): 堅定地 - 穩固地Hindi: दृढ़ता सेArabic: بحزمBengali: দৃঢ়ভাবে - শক্তভাবেRussian: твердо - крепкоJapanese: しっかりと - 堅くVietnamese: vững chắc - kiên quyếtKorean: 단단히 - 확고하게Turkish: sıkıca - kesin olarakUrdu: مضبوطی سے - پرعزم انداز میںIndonesian: dengan tegas - dengan kuat
Example Sentences
Make sure the picture is hung firmly so it doesn't fall.
natural
I firmly believe we can make this happen.
natural
She held the bag firmly in her hand.
basic
Please shut the door firmly.
basic
He answered the question firmly.
basic
She stood firmly by her decision, even when others disagreed.
natural