Definition

Adjective: - Hard and solid, firm: Describes an object, material, or substance that is physically dense, unyielding, and resistant to pressure or deformation. It implies a combination of hardness and structural integrity. - Strong and well-built: Used to describe a person's physique that is muscular, toned, and gives an impression of strength and solidity.

Usage Examples

• Adjective:
  • Bức tường được xây rất rắn chắc. (The wall was built very solidly.)
  • Sau một năm tập luyện, cơ thể anh ấy trở nên rắn chắc. (After a year of training, his body became firm and muscular.)
  • Loại gỗ này rắn chắc và bền. (This type of wood is hard, solid, and durable.)

Advanced Usage

• Figurative Use: Can describe abstract concepts like arguments, foundations, or resolve, implying they are strong, sound, and difficult to undermine.
  • Lập luận của luật sư rất rắn chắc. (The lawyer's argument was very solid and firm.)

Variants and Related Words

• Cứng rắn (adj): Often used to describe a firm attitude, stance, or personality (e.g., a firm decision, a strict person). It focuses more on inflexibility or strictness than physical solidity.
• Chắc chắn (adj): Means "sure," "certain," or "secure." It primarily refers to reliability, certainty, or stability rather than physical hardness (e.g., a secure job, a certain answer).

Synonyms

• Solid: Firm and stable in shape.
• Hard: Solid and resistant to pressure.
• Firm: Solidly in place; having a solid structure.
• Sturdy: Strongly built.

Related Idioms

• Vững như bàn thạch: (As solid as a rock) – An idiom meaning extremely firm and unshakable, often used figuratively.
  • Tinh thần đồng đội của họ vững như bàn thạch. (Their team spirit is as solid as a rock.)

adj

1. hard and solid, firm