certainly
word
/ˈsɝtənɫi/
SUR-tuhn-lee
/sˈɜːtənli/
SUR-tuhn-lee
Definition
Used to show that you agree, or to emphasize that something is true, definite, or will happen. It can also politely confirm or accept a request.
Usage & Nuances
More formal than 'sure' or 'of course.' Common in polite responses: 'Certainly, I'll help you.' Often used to add emphasis or agreement. In conversation, sounds more polite or emphatic than casual alternatives.
Spanish: ciertamente - por supuesto - sin dudaPortuguese (BR): certamente - com certeza - claroPortuguese (PT): certamente - com certeza - claroChinese (Simplified): 当然 - 诚然Chinese (Traditional): 當然 - 誠然Hindi: निश्चित रूप से - बिल्कुलArabic: بالتأكيد - طبعاًBengali: নিশ্চয়ই - অবশ্যইRussian: конечно - несомненно - безусловноJapanese: 確かに - もちろんVietnamese: chắc chắn - tất nhiênKorean: 확실히 - 물론Turkish: kesinlikle - elbetteUrdu: یقیناً - بالکلIndonesian: tentu saja - pasti
Example Sentences
Certainly, you may have another cookie.
basic
He will certainly be here by 8 o'clock.
basic
She certainly didn't expect to win the lottery.
natural
If you need anything else, just let me know. Certainly.
natural
This is certainly the right answer.
basic
—Could you help me move this table? —Certainly!
natural