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solide
/sɔ.lid/
solid
Cette table est très solide.
This table is very solid.
general
Firm, stable, or strong in structure or construction.
Les fondations de la maison sont solides.
The house's foundations are solid.
Can also describe something reliable or well-established.
general
Reliable or dependable in character or performance.
Il est un ami solide sur qui on peut compter.
He is a solid friend you can count on.
Often used to describe people or relationships.
general
Having a substantial or considerable amount or size.
Elle a fait un solide effort pour réussir.
She made a solid effort to succeed.
Can imply thoroughness or intensity.
Collocations
solide comme un rocas solid as a rockavoir des bases solidesto have solid foundationsun argument solidea solid argument
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Literal vs. Figurative
'Solide' can describe physical objects or abstract concepts like trustworthiness.
Gold Rule
Common Usage
Often used to describe things that are strong, reliable, or well-built.
Word Origin
From Latin 'solidus', meaning 'solid, whole, entire'.
Usage Notes
Can be used both literally (physical strength) and figuratively (reliability).
Word Breakdown
sol-
whole, entire
root-ide
related to state or condition
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