Assurer (en. Ensure)

/asyʁe/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

verb

Make sure that something happens or is true.

I will ensure the quality of this product.

Je vais assurer la qualité de ce produit.

Promise or guarantee something to someone.

He assured me that he would come to the meeting.

Il m'a assuré qu'il viendrait à la réunion.

Protect against a risk through an insurance contract.

He had to insure his car before going on the trip.

Il a dû assurer sa voiture avant de partir en voyage.

Confirm or reinforce an idea or opinion.

She supported her arguments with facts.

Elle a assuré ses arguments avec des faits.

From Latin 'assecurare', meaning to make safe.

ensure the service

Guarantee a constant and reliable service.

assurer le service

to make sure of something

Verify or confirm that something is true.

s'assurer de quelque chose

ensure safety

Guarantee protection against dangers.

assurer la sécurité

insurance

Contract that guarantees compensation in case of a loss.

assurance

insurer

Person or company that offers insurance contracts.

assureur

insured

Person who benefits from insurance.

assuré

To be self-assured or to have confidence in oneself.

He is always at ease; he knows how to deliver.

Il est toujours à l'aise, il sait comment assurer.

To do something well or to excel.

She really nailed it during her presentation.

Elle a vraiment assuré lors de sa présentation.