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“firmly” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajidanko

Example

私はその計画に断固反対します。watashi wa so no kei kaku ni dan ko han tai shi ma su

I firmly oppose the plan.

Illustration for 断固 (firmly)

How to say “firmly” in Japanese

“Firmly” in Japanese is 断固 (danko).

Shows that a person takes a firm position and will not retreat from it.

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

Example sentences with 断固

政府はその提案を断固拒否しました。sei fu wa so no tei an o dan ko kyo hi shi ma shi ta

The government firmly rejected the proposal.

Tips for using 断固

  • In Japanese public statements, 断固 (danko) often marks a categorical stance, so it sounds more formal and decisive than a casual expression of firmness.

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