M'assurer (en. To assure me)
/masyʁ/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
verb
To ensure something means to verify or guarantee the truth or safety of a situation.
I am going to make sure that everything is in order before leaving.
Je vais m'assurer que tout est en ordre avant de partir.
To make sure that someone acts reliably.
She asked me to ensure her dog is healthy.
Elle m'a demandé de m'assurer de la bonne santé de son chien.
To take measures to protect oneself against a risk.
He needs to be insured against accidents with good insurance.
Il doit s'assurer contre les accidents avec une bonne assurance.
Etymology
From the verb 'assurer', coming from the Latin 'assecurare'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to make sure that
To make sure that something is guaranteed or verified.
s'assurer que
to ensure something
To check or guarantee the truth of something.
s'assurer de quelque chose
to have peace of mind
To be certain that everything is in order.
s'assurer l'esprit tranquille
Related Words
assured
Who is protected or guaranteed.
assuré
insurance
Contract to protect against risks.
assurance
certainty
Feeling of not doubting something.
certitude
Slang Meanings
To be self-assured in a situation.
You need to assure me, otherwise I get stressed.
Il faut que tu m'assures, sinon je stresse.
To take precautions to avoid problems.
Before going out, make sure you have your charger.
Avant de sortir, assure-toi d'avoir ton chargeur.