しっかり

Alternative writings: 確り, 聢り
JLPT:N4
Frequency:
1

Firmly, tightly — holding or gripping securely.

AdverbAdverb Taking 'と'Irregular 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.

2

Solidly; sturdily — describing something built or made firmly.

AdverbAdverb Taking 'と'Irregular 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.

3

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

AdverbAdverb Taking 'と'Irregular 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.

4

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

AdverbAdverb Taking 'と'Irregular 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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