Certainly meaning in English

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Definition

certainly: of course, without a doubt, for sure, definitely adverb
"Are you going to Bruno's party?" -"I certainly am. I will be there without a doubt!"

UK: I can't come today, but I'll certainly come tomorrow.
US: I am certainly flattered by your proposition.

Examples

  • "I don't know what you did, but it certainly worked."
  • "Well, what an evening we had - you certainly know how to let your hair down!"
  • "Operator : Certainly."
  • "Anyway, the interviews certainly were an eye-opener."
  • "Bruno : Certainly."
  • "Barman : Certainly mate."
  • "Certainly there are companies which have had success with this kind of initiative, however I am reluctant to set aside time for naps at this time."
  • "Megan : Certainly, gentlemen."
  • "Owner : Certainly."
  • "Certainly sir, I'll get on it right away."
  • "Philip : Well Edward, this lunch has certainly been an experience."
  • "I'm just going to attach the headset...Wow Brian, you've certainly got big hair, it doesn't seem to fit!"
  • "Gerald : I most certainly do not."
  • "Now let's get to this week's guest, who is certainly no stranger to controversy."
  • "Shorty: Certainly."
  • "The IT systems have certainly improved since his arrival, and I've even recommended the Slideshow Consulting Group to my friends."
  • "Gertrude Warner : Certainly."
  • "It's certainly not a traditional career trajectory, but I applaud you for it."
  • "I'm not sure if Luke ever mentioned me in your discussions, but he certainly spoke very highly of you."

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