Lingaku固める【かためる】
Frequency rank: 3,037. – 3,039.
Also堅める【かためる】かためる
- to harden; to freeze; to strengthen; to solidify; to make (a fist); to tramp down (snow, dirt)see also 土を固める【つちをかためる】
- to put together; to collect; to gather; to consolidate
- to make secure; to stabilize; to settle down; to strengthen (belief, resolution, etc.); to establish (evidence)see also 身を固める【みをかためる】
- to fortify; to reinforce; to supportsee also 国境を固める【こっきょうをかためる】 and 嘘で固める【うそでかためる】
- to wear for a specific purpose (armor, coat, etc.)in the form に身をかためる
- to swear; to resolutely vow; to sincerely promise
- to tie tightly; to fasten
- to hold a bow fully drawn
Ichidan verb; transitive verb
Generated: This meaning is used when describing the process of something becoming solid or firm, whether it's a physical substance or an abstract concept like willpower.
Generated: This usage refers to the act of bringing various items or ideas together into a cohesive whole.
Generated: This meaning is applicable when discussing making something more stable or reinforcing an idea or belief.
Generated: This sense involves strengthening a position or argument, often in a defensive context.
Generated: This meaning describes the act of putting on clothing or protective gear intended for a certain function.
Generated: This is used when someone makes a strong commitment or promise, often with a sense of seriousness.
Generated: This usage refers to securing something firmly, often to ensure it remains in place.
Generated: This meaning applies specifically to archery, where maintaining full tension on the bow is essential for accuracy.
Example sentences27 results
And so the method that works is treading down the snow to harden it, making blocks and piling them up.