Certain (en. Certain)

/sɛʁtɛ̃/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
Who is sure, without any doubt.
I am certain he will come to the meeting.
Je suis certain qu'il viendra à la réunion.
Who is not defined or precise.
There are certain aspects we need to clarify.
Il y a certains aspects que nous devons clarifier.
Refers to something that has a particular value or degree of intensity.
Certain people prefer tea over coffee.
Certaines personnes préfèrent le thé au café.

Etymology

From Latin 'certanus', derived from 'certus' which means 'sure'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

certainly
With assurance, no doubt.
certainement
for sure
Certainly, without a doubt.
à coup sûr
for certain people
For a certain group of people.
pour certaines personnes

Related Words

certainty
State of being certain.
certitude
uncertainty
State of not being certain.
incertitude
certified
Who has been confirmed or validated.
certifié

Slang Meanings

Okay, that's true.
It's certain, we'll see each other again.
C'est certain, on va se revoir.
No doubt, that's clear.
It's certain that it will be nice tomorrow.
C'est certain qu'il fera beau demain.