firm
US
/fɝːm/
UK
/fɜːm/
Meaning
Strong and steady, not likely to move, change, or give way.
मज़बूत और स्थिर, जो आसानी से हिले, बदले या झुके नहीं।
Examples
“Keep a firm grip on the handrail while climbing the stairs.”
“After considering the options, Maya made a firm decision to accept the offer.”
“He held the ladder firmly while his neighbour changed the bulb.”
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Not natural: She spoke firm to the staff.
Better: She spoke firmly to the staff.
Use the adverb firmly to describe how someone speaks; firm is an adjective.
बोलने के तरीके के लिए firmly adverb आता है; firm adjective है।
Not natural: He is firm of his decision.
Better: He is firm about his decision.
Use firm about a decision, or say stand firm on a decision.
Decision के साथ firm about कहें, या stand firm on a decision का इस्तेमाल करें।
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Learner tip
Firm often describes steady strength or resolve; it does not automatically mean rude or angry.
Firm अक्सर मज़बूती या पक्के इरादे के लिए आता है; इसका मतलब अपने-आप रूखा या गुस्सैल नहीं होता।