firmly
gb/fˈɚmli/ us/fˈɚmli/
A2
Angielski
~ 2300
erősen, szilárdan, szorosan, határozottan, rendíthetetlenül
A2
1
Schemat użycia:
to [verb] [something] firmly
She held the baby's hand firmly to keep him safe.
Szorosan fogta a kisbaba kezét, hogy biztonságban legyen.
He pressed the lid down firmly to seal the jar.
Erősen lenyomta a fedelet, hogy lezárja az üveget.
The sign was fixed firmly to the wall so it wouldn’t fall.
I stood firmly on my decision despite the criticism.
The door was shut firmly to keep out the cold.
Przykłady dla uczących się
He held the cup firmly.
Erősen fogta a csészét.
Please close the bag firmly.
Kérlek, zárd le szorosan a zacskót.
She stood firmly on the ground.
He pressed the button firmly.
The box is tied firmly with rope.
Częsty błąd:
Learners sometimes confuse 'firmly' with 'strictly'. 'Firmly' refers to strength or steadiness, while 'strictly' means following rules closely.
Znaczenie
In a strong, steady, and secure way
Kolokacje
hold firmly
|grip firmly
|press firmly
|stand firmly
|attach firmly
Synonimy
securely (Emphasizes being safe and not loose.)
|
tightly (Focuses more on physical closeness or pressure.)
Antonimy
loosely (Suggests without tightness, allowing movement.)
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weakly (Implies lacking strength or steadiness.)
Tematy
daily life
|communication
|physical actions
|core_vocabulary
Definicja
In a strong and steady way that will not move or change easily.
In a strong, steady, and secure manner that is not easily moved or changed.
B1
2
Schemat użycia:
to state/stand/hold [something] firmly
She firmly believes that education is the key to success.
Szilárdan hiszi, hogy az oktatás a siker kulcsa.
He stated firmly that he would not resign.
Határozottan kijelentette, hogy nem mond le.
They stood firmly by their friend during the crisis.
I am firmly convinced that this is the right choice.
The manager firmly rejected the proposal.
Przykłady dla uczących się
She firmly believes in her idea.
Szilárdan hisz az ötletében.
He said firmly, 'No'.
Határozottan azt mondta: „Nem.”
They stood firmly with their team.
I am firmly sure about this.
We must hold our rules firmly.
Częsty błąd:
Some learners confuse this with physical firmness; here it is about mental or emotional determination.
Znaczenie
In a determined and unwavering manner
Kolokacje
believe firmly
|state firmly
|stand firmly
|hold firmly to
Synonimy
resolutely (Stresses purposeful and unwavering action.)
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steadfastly (Highlights loyalty and consistency over time.)
Antonimy
hesitantly (Shows uncertainty or doubt in action or speech.)
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waveringly (Suggests changing or uncertain attitude.)
Tematy
emotions
|communication
|core_vocabulary
Definicja
In a way that shows you will not change your mind or position.
With strong determination or without changing one's opinion or decision.
Gramatyka
Forma słownikowa
firmly
IPA
GB/fˈɚmli/
US/fˈɚmli/
Sylaby i akcent
firmly (1 sylaba)
Stress on 1st syllable (firmly)
Formy wyrazu
Noun
- Base: firmly
- Plural: firmlies
Rodzina wyrazów
Wyrażenia
hold firmly to
1/hˈoʊld fˈɚmli tə/
fixed phrase
Keep an idea strongly without change
To not let go of a belief, rule, or plan.
Przykłady
- He holds firmly to his principles.
- They hold firmly to their traditions.
stand firmly by
2/stˈænd fˈɚmli bˈaɪ/
fixed phrase
Give strong, unchanging support
To continue to support someone or something strongly, even when it is difficult.
Przykłady
- We will stand firmly by our decision.
- She stood firmly by her friend during the trial.