しっかり

Alternative writings: 確り, 聢り
JLPT:N4
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1Firmly, tightly — holding or gripping securely.

AdverbAdverb Taking 'と'Group 3 VerbUsually KanaOnomatopoeic or Mimetic Word

Examples

ロープをしっかり握ってください。

Hold the rope firmly, please.

子どもの手をしっかりつかんで歩いた。

I held the child's hand tightly as we walked.

ベルトをしっかり締める。

Fasten the belt tightly.

2Solidly; sturdily — describing something built or made firmly.

AdverbAdverb Taking 'と'Group 3 VerbUsually KanaOnomatopoeic or Mimetic Word

Examples

この机はしっかりした作りだ。

This desk is solidly built.

家がしっかり建っているので地震でも安心だ。

The house is well built, so it's safe even in an earthquake.

土台がしっかりしている家に住みたい。

I want to live in a house with a solid foundation.

3Properly, adequately — doing something thoroughly or correctly (e.g., study properly).

AdverbAdverb Taking 'と'Group 3 VerbUsually KanaOnomatopoeic or Mimetic Word

Examples

宿題をしっかりやってから遊びに行きなさい。

Do your homework properly before you go out to play.

試験のためにしっかり準備した。

I prepared thoroughly for the exam.

休み中に体調をしっかり整えた。

I got my health in order during the break.

4Dependably; sensibly — indicating someone or something is reliable, level-headed, or steady.

AdverbAdverb Taking 'と'Group 3 VerbUsually KanaOnomatopoeic or Mimetic Word

Examples

彼女はしっかりしていて、何かあっても頼りになる。

She's dependable and can be relied on in difficult situations.

お金はしっかり貯めておいた方がいい。

It's best to save money properly.

しっかり者の兄がいるので心強い。

It's reassuring to have a dependable older brother.

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