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ciertamente

syair-tah-MEN-tay/θjeɾtaˈmente/

certainly, indeed

Also: absolutely
A cartoon figure standing firmly on a large, stable gray rock and pointing forward with a confident expression, illustrating certainty.

📝 In Action

Ciertamente, este es el mejor café que he probado.

B1

Certainly, this is the best coffee I have tried.

¿Crees que ganaremos? — Ciertamente.

B1

Do you think we will win? — Certainly (Indeed).

Ella es ciertamente la persona más cualificada para el puesto.

B2

She is certainly the most qualified person for the position.

Word Connections

Synonyms

Antonyms

  • dudosamente (doubtfully)

Common Collocations

  • ciertamente que sí – certainly yes, absolutely

admittedly, to be sure

AdverbB2formal
A small cartoon character shrugging slightly while holding a single, slightly wilted red flower, acknowledging a minor flaw or concession.

📝 In Action

Ciertamente el trabajo es difícil, pero la recompensa vale la pena.

B2

Admittedly, the job is difficult, but the reward is worth it.

Ella llegó tarde, ciertamente, sin embargo, trajo los documentos importantes.

C1

She arrived late, to be sure; however, she brought the important documents.

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • indudablemente (undoubtedly)
  • a decir verdad (to tell the truth)

Common Collocations

  • ciertamente, pero... – admittedly, but...

Translate to Spanish

Words that translate to "ciertamente" in Spanish:

admittedly→certainly→indeed→

✏️ Quick Practice

Quick Quiz: ciertamente

Question 1 of 1

Which sentence uses 'ciertamente' in its 'admittedly' (concession) meaning?

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Formed in Spanish by adding the common adverb suffix '-mente' (which comes from the Latin word for 'mind' or 'manner') to the adjective 'cierto' (true/certain). It literally means 'in a certain manner.'

First recorded: Medieval Spanish

Cognates (Related words)

Italian: certamentePortuguese: certamente

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is 'ciertamente' more formal than 'claro' or 'por supuesto'?

Yes. While all three mean 'certainly' or 'of course,' 'ciertamente' carries a slightly more formal or emphatic tone. You would use 'claro' or 'por supuesto' much more often in everyday, casual conversation.