sólida
/SOH-lee-dah/
solid
A heavy stone cube represents something 'sólida' because it is firm and not hollow.
📝 In Action
La mesa está hecha de madera sólida.
A2The table is made of solid wood.
Necesitamos una base sólida para la construcción.
B1We need a solid base for the construction.
💡 Grammar Points
Matching Feminine Words
Because 'sólida' ends in 'a', you must use it with feminine nouns like 'la mesa' (the table) or 'la pared' (the wall).
❌ Common Pitfalls
Gender Mismatch
Mistake: "El bloque sólida."
Correction: Say 'El bloque sólido' because 'bloque' is masculine. Only use 'sólida' for feminine words.
⭐ Usage Tips
Placement
In Spanish, put 'sólida' after the object you are describing, such as 'una silla sólida' (a solid chair).
A strong foundation represents a 'sólida' plan or idea that is reliable and robust.
sólida(adjective)
solid
?reliable, well-founded, or robust ideas/plans
strong
?referring to reputation or evidence
📝 In Action
Ella presentó una prueba sólida ante el juez.
B2She presented solid evidence before the judge.
Tiene una formación académica sólida.
B1She has a solid academic background.
💡 Grammar Points
Abstract Use
Use 'sólida' to describe things you can't touch, like a 'reputación' (reputation) or an 'amistad' (friendship).
⭐ Usage Tips
Professional Tone
Using 'sólida' instead of just 'buena' (good) makes your Spanish sound more professional and precise.
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: sólida
Question 1 of 2
Which of these would you describe as 'sólida'?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use 'sólida' for a man?
No. If you are describing a man or a masculine noun, you must use 'sólido'. You only use 'sólida' for feminine nouns.
What is the difference between 'fuerte' and 'sólida'?
'Fuerte' means strong or powerful. 'Sólida' implies that something is well-built, dense, or has a very firm foundation.