牢ろう固ころうこじ字FuriganaAudioMeanings1taru-adjective, adverb taking the 'to' particlefirm; solid; immovableLiterary taru-adjective describing something physically or metaphorically unyielding, steadfast, or rigid. Often used in formal or written contexts.彼かれの決けつ意いは牢ろう固ことして揺ゆるがなかった。Break this sentence down in the analyzerHis determination was firm and unshakable.その要よう塞さいは牢ろう固こたる守まもりを誇ほこっていた。Break this sentence down in the analyzerThe fortress boasted a solid defense.