English–German
“firm” in German
German
Pronunciation
IPA/kateˈgoːʁɪʃ/
Example
Die Chefin gab eine kategorische Antwort.
The boss gave a firm answer.
How to say “firm” in German
“Firm” in German is kategorisch.
A firm decision closes every door except the one chosen.
Example sentences with kategorisch
Die Stellungnahme enthielt keine kategorische Klarstellung, sondern differenzierte Formulierungen.
The statement contained no categorical clarification, but rather differentiated wording.
Tips for using kategorisch
- The common combination 'etwas kategorisch ablehnen' means to reject something outright, not merely to resist it firmly.