Certainly

Pronunciation: /ˈsɝː.tən.li/

Definitions of certainly

adverb used to emphasize the speaker's belief that what is said is true or likely to happen

Example Sentences

A1 I certainly enjoyed the movie.

A2 She certainly knows how to cook.

B1 I certainly will attend the meeting tomorrow.

B2 She certainly has the skills required for the job.

C1 He certainly has a way with words.

C2 The results certainly exceeded our expectations.

Examples of certainly in a Sentence

formal Certainly, the data provided in the report is accurate and reliable.

informal I can certainly help you with that assignment, no problem!

slang I'll certainly catch you later for some drinks, dude.

figurative His smile certainly lit up the room, bringing joy to everyone present.

Grammatical Forms of certainly

• past tense: certainly
• plural: certainlies
• comparative: more certainly
• superlative: most certainly
• present tense: certainly
• future tense: will certainly
• perfect tense: have certainly
• continuous tense: is certainly
• singular: certainly
• positive degree: certain
• infinitive: to certainly
• gerund: certainly
• participle: certainly

Origin and Evolution of certainly

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'certainly' originated from the Latin word 'certus', meaning fixed or settled.

Evolution of the word: Over time, 'certainly' evolved to convey a sense of assurance or confidence in a statement or action.