Firme (en. Firm)

/ˈfiɾ.me/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
That is solid and does not move.
The table is firm and does not wobble.
La mesa es firme y no se tambalea.
That shows determination or decision.
He made a firm decision regarding his future.
Tomó una decisión firme respecto a su futuro.
That has a notable consistency.
The mixture must be firm before serving.
La mezcla debe estar firme antes de servir.
That is constant and does not change.
He has always been firm in his principles.
Siempre ha sido firme en sus principios.

Etymology

From Latin 'firmus', meaning 'solid' or 'firm'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

remain firm
Not yielding to pressure or changes.
mantenerse firme
take a firm step
Acting with determination and confidence.
dar un paso firme
firm as a rock
To be very sure or stable.
firme como una roca

Related Words

firmness
Quality of being firm.
firmeza
to affirm
To declare as true.
afirmar
to confirm
To ratify something previously said.
confirmar

Slang Meanings

To be in a safe and controlled situation.
At the party, everyone was firm and enjoying themselves.
En la fiesta, todos estaban firmes y disfrutando.
To indicate that something is of quality.
That place has solid food, you should try it!
Ese lugar tiene comida firme, ¡deberías probarlo!