certainly

Word parts

certain + -ly

Pronunciation

• (US) IPA ^(key): /ˈsɝtn̩li/
• (UK) IPA ^(key): /ˈsɜːtn̩li/

• Audio (US)

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Adverb

Positive certainly

Comparative more certainly

Superlative most certainly

1. (sentence adverb) Without doubt, bound to occur.
2. (of propositions) Used to agree with something, yes.

   Would you like to come with me? – Certainly.