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assurer

English translation of assurer

assure

The French word 'assurer' is a verb that is often used to express the idea of guaranteeing or securing something. It can also be used to mean 'to ensure' or 'to make sure'. In a more colloquial context, it can be used to mean 'to reassure' or 'to comfort'. For example, 'Je t'assure que tout ira bien' means 'I assure you that everything will be fine'.


Example sentences using: assurer

Je peux vous assurer qu'il fait du bon travail.

English translation of Je peux vous assurer qu'il fait du bon travail.

I can assure you he does a good job.

In this sentence, 'assurer' is used to express certainty or guarantee about something or someone. It's a kind of reassurance.

Il faut assurer sa voiture contre les accidents.

English translation of Il faut assurer sa voiture contre les accidents.

You need to insure your car against accidents.

In this context, 'assurer' is used to mean securing financial reimbursement against potential future damage or loss by paying an insurance premium.

Le pilote a assuré le décollage malgré le mauvais temps.

English translation of Le pilote a assuré le décollage malgré le mauvais temps.

The pilot ensured the takeoff despite the bad weather.

Here, 'assurer' is used to mean ensuring or carrying out a task or duty effectively and successfully. It implies that the pilot was competent enough to handle the situation.

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