Certeza (en. Certainty)

/serˈteθa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Secure knowledge or certainty about something.
She is certain that she will pass the exam.
Ella tiene la certeza de que aprobará el examen.
Logical or scientific certainty about a fact.
The data provides scientific certainty about climate change.
Los datos ofrecen una certeza científica sobre el cambio climático.
Feeling of security regarding a situation.
Having certainty in his decisions gives him confidence.
Tener certeza en sus decisiones le da confianza.

Etymology

From the Latin 'certitudo', which means security or confidence.

Common Phrases and Expressions

there is no certainty
Expression that indicates a lack of security in something.
no hay certeza
with certainty
Phrase used to affirm something with total security.
con certeza
to have certainty
To have the conviction that something is true.
tener la certeza

Related Words

certificate
Document that certifies or accredits something.
certificado
mathematical certainty
Secure knowledge in the field of mathematics.
certeza matemática
insecurity
Lack of certainty or confidence.
inseguridad

Slang Meanings

To be sure of something.
I am dead certain that I will win the game.
Estoy a muerte con la certeza de que ganaré la partida.
To have extreme certainty.
Hands of certainty, I know this is going to turn out well.
Manos de certeza, sé que esto va a salir bien.