German word

solide

Pronunciation

IPA/zoˈliːdə/

Meaning

  • adjectivesolid

Example

Das ist ein solider Plan.

That is a solid plan.

Illustration for solide (solid)

More examples

Er liefert solide Ergebnisse.

He delivers solid results.

Core concept

A structure that remains dependable under pressure, whether it is a physical object or a carefully workable plan.

Common phrases

  • solide Lösung

    reliable solution

  • solide Ausbildung

    sound training

  • solides Handwerk

    solid craftsmanship

Similar words

zuverlässig: Trustworthy in practice and consistent in keeping commitments.
stabil: Stable over time and not easily disturbed or altered.
seriös: Responsible and earnest, with a trustworthy professional manner.
robust: Hard-wearing and resistant to damage, stress, or difficult conditions.

Definition in German

stabil und zuverlässig; physisch fest oder im übertragenen Sinn gut durchdacht und vertrauenswürdig

Word origin

German solide entered through French solide from Latin solidus, meaning firm or substantial, and later developed its figurative sense of reliability.

Usage tips

  • In German, solide often gives measured praise for dependable, unspectacular quality rather than exceptional brilliance.

Other meanings

  • firmadjective
  • sturdyadjective

Opposites

  • instabilunstableadjective
  • brüchigbrittleadjective

Related words

  • Soliditätsoliditynoun

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