English–German

“firmly” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/fɛst/

Example

Der Nagel sitzt fest.

The nail is firmly in place.

Illustration for fest (firmly)

How to say “firmly” in German

“Firmly” in German is fest.

A secure hold leaves an object steady and a decision unwavering.

Full entry for fest: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with fest

Das Buch klemmt fest im Regal.

The book is wedged tightly on the shelf.

Tips for using fest

  • In festhalten, fest is a separable prefix, as in Sie hält den Nagel fest when the finite verb appears in second position.

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