1.
steady; solid; reliable
Characterized by being sensible, reliable, and avoiding unnecessary risks; down-to-earth and practical.
堅実な経営。
Solid management.
彼は堅実な人柄で信頼されている。
He is trusted for his reliable character.
堅実に貯金を続けている。
I've been steadily continuing to save money.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 堅実な経営 - solid management
- 堅実な人柄 - reliable character
- 堅実な生活 - sensible lifestyle
- 堅実に働く - to work steadily
- 堅実さ - reliability (noun form)
POSITIVE CONNOTATION:
A complimentary term suggesting someone who is dependable, avoids risky behavior, and makes sound decisions.
SIMILAR WORDS:
- 着実 - steady, reliable (emphasizes consistent progress)
- 確実 - certain, sure