Certain - definition, pronunciation, transcription

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Amer.  |ˈsɜːrtn|  American pronunciation of the word certain
Brit.  |ˈsɜːt(ə)n|  British pronunciation of the word certain

adjective

- definite but not specified or identified
set aside a certain sum each week
to a certain degree
certain breeds do not make good pets
certain members have not paid their dues
a certain popular teacher
a certain Mrs. Jones
- reliable in operation or effect (syn: sure)
a quick and certain remedy
- exercising or taking care great enough to bring assurance (syn: sure)
be certain to disconnect the iron when you are through

Extra examples

I'm fairly certain that I'll be on time.

...a certain person told me that today is your birthday...

I have no certain abode.

The house has a certain charm.

I felt a certain joy.

I received a letter from a certain Mr Smith.

It is certain that they will sign the contract.

I'm absolutely certain that I left the keys in the kitchen.

I felt certain that I'd passed the test.

I'm not certain when it will be ready.

Now, are you certain about that?

They were watching him. He was certain of it.

It now seems certain that there will be an election in May.

Many people look certain to lose their jobs.

It is wise to apply early to be certain of obtaining a place.

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