彼らは別れ際に固い握手を交わした。
They exchanged a firm handshake upon parting.
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Example sentences
His resolution is firm.
彼は怒りで拳を固く握りしめた。
He clenched his fist tightly in anger.
当劇場内での写真撮影は固くお断りしております。
Photography inside this theater is strictly prohibited.
彼はボクシングでガードが固い。
He has a solid guard in boxing.
二人は久しぶりの再会を喜び、固く抱擁した。
The two rejoiced in their reunion after a long time and hugged each other tightly.
彼の成功を固く信じている。
I firmly believe in his success.
そのチームは守備が固い。
That team has a strong defense.
二人は再会を喜び、固く手を握り合った。
The two rejoiced at their reunion and firmly grasped each other's hands.
二つの国は固い盟約を結んだ。
The two countries formed a firm alliance.
Usage Notes
Used for physical hardness, as well as abstract firmness like resolve or promises.
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