Sur (en. Sure)

/suɾ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
adjective
Certain or without doubt.
I am sure that you will pass the exam.
Sigurado ako na makakapasa ka sa pagsusulit.
Confidence in something or a situation.
We must be sure in our decision.
Dapat tayong maging sigurado sa ating desisyon.
Certain to happen or guaranteed.
The rain is sure to fall given the clouds.
Ang pagbagsak ng ulan ay sigurado sa piling ng mga ulap.

Etymology

From French 'sûr' meaning 'certain' or 'sure'

Common Phrases and Expressions

I am sure
Confidence or certainty about something.
sigurado ako
Make sure
You need to ensure that something happens.
siguraduhin mo

Related Words

certain
Another word that refers to assurance or knowledge without doubt.
tiyak
certainty
The state of being certain or without doubt.
katiyakan

Slang Meanings

Excessive
The drinking last night was really excessive!
Sur na sur na talaga 'yung inuman kagabi!
Smooth
You're really smooth at bringing a pen, always ready!
Ang sur mo magdala ng ballpen, laging ready!
So much fun
I'm so much fun at the party later!
Sur na sur na ako sa party mamaya!