No. 5,840 in Chinese
固若金汤
"Solid as gold and soup" – describes something extremely strong or secure.
In a sentence
这个堡垒固若金汤，敌人无法攻破。
This fortress is as secure as a gold soup, the enemy cannot breach it.
Used to describe the fortress being impenetrable and very secure, showing emphasis on its defensive capability.
他们之间的友谊固若金汤，非常牢固。
Their friendship is as secure as a gold soup, very strong.
Describing the friendship, accentuating its strong and unbreakable nature, utilizing the phrase metaphorically.
有了这项保险计划，我的财务状况固若金汤。
With this insurance plan, my financial situation is as secure as a gold soup.
The metaphor is applied to convey that the financial situation is secure and reliable, showcasing its adaptability to non-physical scenarios.
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