Certes (en. Certainly)

/sɛʁt/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

adverb

Indicates certainty or confirmation.

Certainly, she is right to be worried.

Certes, elle a raison de s'inquiéter.

Used to introduce an objection or nuance.

Certainly, he is talented, but he lacks experience.

Certes, il est talentueux, mais il manque d'expérience.

Used to reinforce an assertion.

Certainly, it's an ambitious project.

Certes, c'est un projet ambitieux.

From the Latin 'certa', meaning 'sure'.

certainly, but

Expresses a concession, followed by an objection.

certes, mais

certainly, however

Introduces a contrast or nuance.

certes, cependant

alright, certainly

Accepts an opinion while adding a warning.

d'accord, certes

certain

Which is sure or indisputable.

certain

certainly

In a certain way, no doubt.

certainement

certainty

State of being certain.

certitude

No problem, obviously.

Certainly, I will do it, don't worry.

Certes, je vais le faire, ne t'inquiète pas.

It's clear.

Certainly this movie is great!

Certes que ce film est génial !