Firmes (en. Firm)
/ˈfiɾ.mes/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
adjective
That has firmness or solidity.
His decisions were firm.
Sus decisiones fueron firmes.
That shows determination or strength of character.
She is a firm person in her beliefs.
Ella es una persona firme en sus convicciones.
That remains in a position or place without yielding.
The building remained firm during the earthquake.
El edificio se mantuvo firme durante el terremoto.
Etymology
It comes from the Latin 'firmis', which means solid or stable.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to stand firm
Not to yield under pressure or a difficult situation.
mantenerse firme
to be firm in a decision
Not to change one's mind once a decision has been made.
estar firme en una decisión
to build firm foundations
To establish a solid base for something in the future.
construir cimientos firmes
Related Words
firmness
Quality of being firm.
firmeza
to affirm
To say something with certainty.
afirmar
decision
Conclusion or resolution adopted.
decisión
Slang Meanings
To be determined
That girl is firm; she doesn't let herself be influenced.
Esa chica es firme, no se deja influenciar.
Not to yield under pressure
He stood firm against criticism.
Se mantuvo firme ante las críticas.