手堅い · i-adjective
| Form | Positive | Negative |
|---|---|---|
| Dictionary | 手堅い | 手堅くない |
| Polite | 手堅いです | 手堅くないですalso 手堅くありません |
| Past polite | 手堅かったです | 手堅くなかったですalso 手堅くありませんでした |
| Past | 手堅かった | 手堅くなかった |
| Te-form | 手堅くて | 手堅くなくて |
| Adverbial | 手堅く | |
| Conditional | 手堅ければ | 手堅くなければ |
| Tara conditional | 手堅かったら | 手堅くなかったら |
I'm looking for a safe investment.
He runs a solid, reliable business.
Describes a performance, attitude, or approach that is stable, unwavering, and not flashy. Often used for a player's steady play or a craftsman's reliable technique.
His steady defense saved the team.
He is trusted for his consistent, reliable work.
I'm looking for a safe, reliable place to invest.
He advanced steadily and reliably, without taking risky gambles.
My father runs a solid business that holds up even in a recession.
He's not flashy, but his steady, consistent play is his trademark.