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certo

English translation of certo

certain

The word 'certo' is used in Italian to express certainty or agreement. It can be translated as 'certainly' or 'of course' in English. However, it's important to note that 'certo' can also be used to express doubt or uncertainty, similar to 'I guess' or 'I suppose' in English, depending on the context.


Example sentences using: certo

Certo, posso farlo.

English translation of Certo, posso farlo.

Sure, I can do it.

In this example, 'Certo' is used to express assurance or agreement, translating to 'Sure' in English, demonstrating the speaker's willingness or ability to do something.

È certo che verrà alla festa.

English translation of È certo che verrà alla festa.

It's certain that he will come to the party.

Here, 'Certo' is used in the sense of certainty, stating that it is without a doubt that the person will come to the party. Instead of expressing agreement, it's now expressing the certainty or sureness of an event.

Ho un certo interesse per l'astronomia.

English translation of Ho un certo interesse per l'astronomia.

I have a certain interest in astronomy.

In this example, 'Certo' is used to mean 'certain' or 'specific'. This anticipation is less about certainty or agreement as previous examples, but more about specificity, highlighting a particular interest in astronomy.

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