firmly
gb/fˈɚmli/ us/fˈɚmli/
A2
Engelska
~ 2300
erősen, szilárdan, szorosan, határozottan, rendíthetetlenül
A2
1
Användningsmönster:
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.
Exempel för inlärare
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.
Vanligt misstag:
Learners sometimes confuse 'firmly' with 'strictly'. 'Firmly' refers to strength or steadiness, while 'strictly' means following rules closely.
Betydelse
In a strong, steady, and secure way
Ordkombinationer
hold firmly
|grip firmly
|press firmly
|stand firmly
|attach firmly
Synonymer
securely (Emphasizes being safe and not loose.)
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tightly (Focuses more on physical closeness or pressure.)
Antonymer
loosely (Suggests without tightness, allowing movement.)
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weakly (Implies lacking strength or steadiness.)
Teman
daily life
|communication
|physical actions
|core_vocabulary
Definition
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
Användningsmönster:
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.
Exempel för inlärare
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.
Vanligt misstag:
Some learners confuse this with physical firmness; here it is about mental or emotional determination.
Betydelse
In a determined and unwavering manner
Ordkombinationer
believe firmly
|state firmly
|stand firmly
|hold firmly to
Synonymer
resolutely (Stresses purposeful and unwavering action.)
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steadfastly (Highlights loyalty and consistency over time.)
Antonymer
hesitantly (Shows uncertainty or doubt in action or speech.)
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waveringly (Suggests changing or uncertain attitude.)
Teman
emotions
|communication
|core_vocabulary
Definition
In a way that shows you will not change your mind or position.
With strong determination or without changing one's opinion or decision.
Grammatik
Grundform
firmly
IPA
GB/fˈɚmli/
US/fˈɚmli/
Stavelser och betoning
firmly (1 stavelse)
Stress on 1st syllable (firmly)
Ordformer
Noun
- Base: firmly
- Plural: firmlies
Ordfamilj
Uttryck
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.
Exempel
- 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.
Exempel
- We will stand firmly by our decision.
- She stood firmly by her friend during the trial.