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sure

adjective A1
1

kesin, emin A2

confident that something is true or will happen

I am sure that the lecture starts at nine o'clock.

  • He felt sure about his answer on the test.
  • The professor was sure the data would support the hypothesis.
  • Even after the setbacks, the research team remained sure of their goal.
  • She was absolutely sure that the theory would revolutionize the field.
  • sure thing · kesin şey, kesinlikle It's a sure thing that the sun will rise tomorrow.
  • be sure of · emin olmak She is sure of her decision to study abroad.
  • be sure to do sth Be sure to submit your assignment before the deadline.
  • be sure that … I'm sure that the experiment will succeed.

sb: somebody · sth: something

similar: certainconfident

opposite: doubtful

2

güvenilir, sağlam B1

reliable; able to be trusted or depended on

Hard work is a sure way to success.

  • The professor highlighted that a sure methodology is essential for reproducible results.
  • sure bet · kesin bahis Investing in renewable energy is a sure bet for the future.

sb: somebody · sth: something

similar: reliabledependable

sure

adverb A2
1

tabii, elbette

used to say yes to someone (informal)

"Can I borrow your pen?" "Sure."

  • "Are you coming?" "Sure, give me a minute."

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