Steady and reliable — cautious, low-risk, and dependable; used for methods, actions, or people that are solid and trustworthy.
彼の投資方法は手堅く、損失が少ない。
His investment method is conservative and suffers few losses.
手堅い仕事ぶりで上司から信頼されている。
He is trusted by his boss for his steady work.
今回はリスクを避けて手堅い選択をしよう。
This time let's avoid risk and make a safe choice.
彼女は手堅く貯金を続けている。
She steadily continues to save money.
Firm and steady — consistent, dependable behavior or attitude that doesn't waver.
彼は取引先との交渉で手堅い対応をした。
He handled negotiations with clients in a solid, cautious manner.
手堅い作戦で試合に勝った。
They won the match with a steady strategy.