Translation guide
Expresses firm determination, unwavering attitude, or decisive action. Japanese uses adverbs, set phrases, and verb forms to convey doing something with resolve.
He resolutely refused the demand.
Fight resolutely.
Adverb meaning 'clearly', 'flatly', 'resolutely'. Often used for refusals or statements.
She resolutely refused.
Adverb meaning 'with firmness', 'resolutely'. Conveys a dignified, unwavering attitude.
He resolutely faced the difficulties.
Adverb meaning 'boldly', 'resolutely', often implying taking a decisive step after hesitation.
I resolutely told the truth.
To maintain a firm stance or belief without being swayed.
To act quickly and firmly, without second-guessing.
Adverb meaning 'with all one's might', 'decisively'. Often used for actions done without holding back.
Let's do it resolutely.
Adverb meaning 'directly', 'without mincing words'. Used for resolute speech.
I told him resolutely.
断固として is used for firm actions or stances, while きっぱりと is more common for clear refusals or statements. きっぱりと often implies a clean break or unambiguous answer.
Fight resolutely.
Refuse flatly.
Face it with resolute determination.