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certainly

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How to pronounce certainly

/ˈsɜːtn̩li/
adverb

IPA: /ˈsɜːtn̩li/

Say it like: Ser-tay-nlee

The correct spelling is certainly. In a way which is certain; with certainty. For example: "That was certainly sweet of him."

Usage Examples

That was certainly sweet of him.

Would you like it with ice?  Certainly, and with lemon please.

Definition

adverb

  1. 1.In a way which is certain; with certainty.
  2. 2.Without doubt, surely.
  3. 3.An emphatic affirmative answer; of course.

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