Certaine (en. Certain)
/sɛʁtɛn/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
adjective
Which is sure, obvious.
There is a certain chance that it will happen.
Il y a certaine chance que cela arrive.
Said of a person who is demanding or picky.
She has a certain idea of perfection.
Elle a une certaine idée de la perfection.
Denoting an indefinite but known number or quantity.
Some people prefer tea to coffee.
Certaines personnes préfèrent le thé au café.
Etymology
From Latin 'certa', feminine of 'certus', meaning 'sure, certain'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
certainly
With certainty, assuredly.
en toute certaine
certain idea
A precise conception or opinion.
certaine idée
Related Words
certainty
The assurance that something is true.
certitude
certain
Said of a person or thing that is known or determined.
certain
Slang Meanings
A certain attitude or behavior.
He has this certain way of speaking that attracts attention.
Il a cette certaine façon de parler qui attire l'attention.
When something is guaranteed.
It's certain that we will win if we continue like this.
C'est certain qu'on va gagner si on continue comme ça.