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    Certaines (en. Some)

    /sɛʁtɛn/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Designates an indeterminate but specific group.
    Some people prefer cats to dogs.
    Certaines personnes préfèrent les chats aux chiens.
    Used to restrict or specify elements.
    There are certain rules to follow.
    Il y a certaines règles à suivre.

    Etymology

    The word 'certaines' comes from the Latin 'certus', meaning 'sure' or 'certain'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    sometimes
    At specific moments.
    certaines fois
    certain things
    Specific elements.
    certaines choses
    some of us
    Members of a particular group.
    certains d'entre nous

    Related Words

    certain
    Sure, without a doubt.
    certain
    certainty
    State of being sure of something.
    certitude
    uncertain
    Which is not sure or clear.
    incertain

    Slang Meanings

    Certain as a synonym for 'some'.
    There are some who really know how to cook.
    Il y a certaines qui savent vraiment cuisiner.
    Used to express a limited choice.
    For this concert, there are certain seats available.
    Pour ce concert, il y a certaines places disponibles.