Firmemente (en. Firmly)

/fiɾˈme̞.nten̪e/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adverb
With strength and determination.
She firmly stated her opinion on the subject.
Ella afirmó firmemente su opinión sobre el tema.
In a clear and forceful manner.
The leader expressed himself firmly during the conference.
El líder se expresó firmemente durante la conferencia.
With a strong attitude and without wavering.
The students firmly defended their rights.
Los estudiantes defendieron firmemente sus derechos.

Etymology

It derives from the adjective 'firme' with the suffix '-mente', which indicates manner.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to speak firmly
To express an opinion clearly and with determination.
hablar firmemente
to stand firmly
To not yield to pressure or changes.
mantenerse firmemente
to believe firmly
To have a strong conviction about something.
creer firmemente

Related Words

firm
That has stability or solidity.
firme
firmness
Quality of being firm in decisions or opinions.
firmeza

Slang Meanings

With total conviction.
I tell you firmly, that is not going to happen.
Te lo digo firmemente, eso no va a pasar.
With all the strength of my being.
I firmly support him in his decision.
Lo apoyo firmemente en su decisión.