French Conversation · Level 119
60 words
French word
solidité
Pronunciation
IPA/solidite/
Meaning
- feminine nounsturdiness
Example
La solidité de cette table me rassure.
The sturdiness of this table reassures me.
More examples
La solidité financière de la famille permet d'épargner.
The family's financial strength makes it possible to save.
Core concept
A stable foundation that keeps an object, system, or organization dependable under strain.
Common phrases
la solidité financière
financial strength
la solidité d'une relation
the strength of a relationship
Similar words
robustesse: The strength to resist external impacts and disturbances without failing.
fiabilité: The quality of being trustworthy and performing as expected.
sécurité: The condition of being safeguarded against risks and harm.
Definition in French
Caractère de ce qui tient bon dans le temps ou sous contrainte, qu'il s'agisse d'un objet, d'un système ou d'une organisation.
Word origin
The noun developed from Latin soliditas through the idea of being solid, extending from physical firmness to lasting stability.
Usage tips
- French uses solidité for abstract stability as well as physical strength, as in solidité financière for financial soundness.
Other meanings
- strengthnoun
Related words
- solidesolidadjective
- solidementfirmlyadverb
- solidifierstrengthenverb