JLPT N3 Intermediate
固め
Hardening, strengthening, or firm texture
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1 Noun
Firm / Al Dente
Indicates a preference for a harder or firmer texture, particularly when ordering boiled foods like noodles or rice.
Example
A ご飯 の 炊き加減 は どう します か ？
B 少し 固め で お願い します 。
[A:] How would you like the rice cooked? [B:] A little on the firm side, please.
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2 Noun
Strengthening / Fortifying
Describes the act of fortifying a position, securing a defense, or consolidating a foundation.
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