Firmeza (en. Firmness)

/fiɾˈmeθa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
English: The quality of being firm or solid in decision or character.
English: Her firmness in the face of adversity was admired by everyone.
Su firmeza ante la adversidad fue admirada por todos.
English: The strength or resistance of a physical object.
English: The firmness of the ground prevented the construction from collapsing.
La firmeza del suelo impidió que la construcción se viniera abajo.
English: The determination to maintain a position or idea.
English: We need firmness in our decisions to move forward.
Necesitamos firmeza en nuestras decisiones para avanzar.

Etymology

English: From Latin 'firmitas', meaning strength or solidity.

Common Phrases and Expressions

English: firmness of character
English: Determination and solidity in personality.
firmeza de carácter
English: with firmness
English: In a determined manner and without hesitation.
con firmeza
English: maintain firmness
English: To hold a position or decision despite difficulties.
mantener la firmeza

Related Words

English: firm
English: That has solidity or stability.
firme
English: resolution
English: Firm and determined decision.
resolución
English: constant
English: That remains unchanged.
constante

Slang Meanings

English: Secure and decisive decision-making.
English: You are pure firmness when deciding in difficult situations.
Eres firmeza pura al decidir en situaciones difíciles.
English: Not hesitating in the face of challenges.
English: In the job, you have to show firmness to be taken seriously.
En la chamba, tienes que mostrar firmeza para que te tomen en serio.