“You need to have a nice, firm grip.”

You're giving a friend advice on how to act in business situations in the U.S. You discuss the correct way to give a handshake. You say:

You need to have a nice, firm grip.

a nice, (adjective) (something)

The word "nice" often pairs with other positive adjectives in phrases like:

• a nice, comfortable pair of sneakers
• a nice, relaxing massage
• a nice, warm bath
• a nice, clean street

a firm grip

Your "grip" is the way that you hold on to something. For example, golfers spend a lot of time trying to improve their "grip".

A "firm" grip is tight, but not too tight. It's just the right amount of pressure.

Other words to describe one's grip include:

• a loose grip
• a relaxed grip
• a strong grip