🇬🇧🇨🇳 solid - 坚硬的 : English Lesson

Meaning of "solid" ("坚硬的"), detailed definition, and a short video lesson below.

“Solid” is an adjective that describes something that is firm, hard, and has a shape that doesn’t change easily. Unlike liquids that can spill or gases that float away, solids stay in one place and keep their form. For example, a rock, a chair, and a chocolate bar are all solids. It can also mean something strong or dependable, like a solid friendship or a solid plan that works well.

Watch and listen to this English flashcard to understand the word in more detail, with an easy example sentence.

Mom says my excuses are as solid as a jellyfish.

My cat acts like air, but when he sits on me, he feels pretty solid.

If ice cream stayed solid longer, I wouldn’t need to lick it so fast.

Dad’s dance moves are solid… solidly embarrassing.

My idea of a solid breakfast is three donuts stacked like a tower.

A child builds a solid tower with solid wood blocks. He drops a solid ice cube; it hits the solid floor and does not spread like water. The solid block stays in place. He laughs, pats the tower, and feels safe when the tower stands. He smiles and claps his hands.

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This word is at the B1 level, which means it’s important for understanding and discussing familiar topics like work, school, or leisure. Words at this level help you express your thoughts, opinions, and experiences with more detail.

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