Cierto (en. True)

/ˈsjerto/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
That has existence and reality.
It is certain that she will come to the party.
Es cierto que ella vendrá a la fiesta.
That does not admit doubts or is indisputable.
It is certain that the Earth revolves around the Sun.
Es cierto que la Tierra gira alrededor del Sol.
That is known or certain with assurance.
There is no certain way to know it.
No hay cierto modo de saberlo.

Etymology

From Latin 'certus', meaning 'sure' or 'determined'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

certain and sure
something that is completely true and reliable.
cierto y seguro
it is certain that
expression that introduces a statement considered to be true.
cierto es que
certain aspects
refers to some specific characteristics or elements.
ciertos aspectos

Related Words

uncertainty
lack of certainty or assurance.
incertidumbre
certainty
conviction or absolute assurance about something.
certeza

Slang Meanings

To describe something that is undeniable or completely certain.
That is certain, there’s no turning back.
Eso es cierto, no hay vuelta de hoja.
To refer to something that is easily verifiable.
That is certain, I saw it with my own eyes.
Eso es cierto, lo vi con mis propios ojos.