definitely
word
/ˈdɛfənətɫi/
DEF-nit-lee
/dˈɛfɪnətli/
DEF-nit-lee
Definition
Used to show that something is certain, true, or will happen without any doubt.
Usage & Nuances
Mostly informal in conversation, adds strong certainty. Often used alone as a positive response. Don't confuse with 'defiantly' (meaning rebelliously). Common after 'will' or to strongly agree with someone.
Spanish: definitivamente - sin dudaPortuguese (BR): definitivamente - com certezaPortuguese (PT): definitivamente - de certezaChinese (Simplified): 肯定地 - 绝对地Chinese (Traditional): 肯定地 - 絕對地Hindi: निश्चित रूप से - जरूरArabic: بالتأكيد - حتمًاBengali: নিশ্চিতভাবে - অবশ্যই - নির্দ্বিধায়Russian: определённо - точно - несомненноJapanese: 絶対に - 間違いなく - 確かにVietnamese: chắc chắn - nhất địnhKorean: 확실히 - 분명히Turkish: kesinlikle - mutlakaUrdu: یقیناً - بالکلIndonesian: pasti - tentu saja
Example Sentences
I will definitely call you tomorrow.
basic
She is definitely the best player on the team.
basic
This is definitely not what I expected.
basic
Are you coming to the party? — Definitely!
natural
That restaurant is definitely worth a try.
natural
You'll definitely need a jacket—it's cold outside.
natural