certeza
“certeza” means “certainty” in Spanish (the state of being sure).
certainty, sureness
Also: assurance
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Tengo la certeza de que mañana hará sol.
B1I have the certainty that it will be sunny tomorrow.
Necesitamos más datos para tener absoluta certeza.
B2We need more data to have absolute certainty (sureness).
Ella habló con tanta certeza que nadie dudó de su palabra.
B2She spoke with such certainty that no one doubted her word.
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Which sentence correctly uses the phrase 'con certeza'?
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📚 Etymology▼
This word comes from the Late Latin *certitia*, which itself is rooted in the classical Latin word *certus*, meaning 'sure,' 'fixed,' or 'determined.' It shares its origin with the English word 'certainty.'
First recorded: 13th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'certeza' the same as 'certidumbre'?
Yes, they mean the same thing ('certainty'). 'Certeza' is generally the more common and widely used word in everyday Spanish, while 'certidumbre' is sometimes considered a bit more formal or literary, but you can use either one.