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/ˈfiɾma/

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Translation

signature, firm

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Word origin

From firmar ('to sign'), from Latin firmare ('to make firm, confirm'), from firmus ('firm'). The same root gives English 'firm' and 'confirm'.

Origin
Latin
Root
firmus
English cognates
firm, confirm

Grammar

Genderfeminine
Pluralfirmas

Examples

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The contract needs your signature at the bottom of the page.

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His signature is almost impossible to read.

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She works for a very well-known law firm.

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We collected thousands of signatures for the petition.

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The signing of the agreement will take place tomorrow afternoon.

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This word is taught in chapter 16, lesson 7: firma, pesado, esfuerzo and 7 more words.