For sure or for sure

Find the right way: for sure or for sure? There are many spellings of the expression “certainly” that you can find out there. However, you need to know that they are not correct. There is only one way to write the expression. Informal speech ends up leading many to make mistakes at the time of writing.

The error is very common in the Portuguese language. Many people think it's just one word: sure. Understand how to write correctly and eliminate this error from your vocabulary once and for all.

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Definitely or certainly - Which is correct?

Certainly

Used to declare an assertion, the expression is an adverbial phrase. The terms that form are a preposition (with) and a name (certainty). It can be used as a synonym for some other words and expressions: absolutely, affirmative, clear, without a doubt, obvious etc.

See some examples of the use of the word according to its synonyms:

• Sure friend! We'll be there!
• He's a great person for sure!
• Surely I would have seen you there.
• Of course, I always knew about the problem.

As you may have noticed in the above sentences, the expression can denote several meanings according to how it is used. It can denote conviction, probability and even the so-called “enthusiastic expression”. Check out the examples of each mode, respectively:

• We will definitely compare the ticket.
• He will definitely be with you tomorrow, no problem!
• - Did you like the present? - Certainly!

Surely

• The word written with this spelling does not exist in the Portuguese language. The only chance to write it is “certainly”.

Definitely or certainly - Other errors

Spelling error is very common when it comes to "sure". In addition to “fixing”, there are other ways people spell the word. Check out the main mistakes to avoid repeating them:

• for sure;
• Certainly;
• fixity;
• surely;
• with certainty;

Definitely or for sure – Video

Still in doubt? What's the difference between For sure or for sure? Which one to use? Check out the following video:

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Activities about For sure or for sure

With these exercises about the adverbial phrase “certainly”, you can assess your knowledge of Portuguese language spelling.

Check the alternative that presents a misspelling:

a) Cláudio das Neves is an engineer, despite working in the gastronomy sector.

b) There were times when I thought about giving up, but I moved on.

c) Suddenly everything changes in our lives and we need to be prepared.

d) My sisters certainly wouldn't want to be here.

e) Sometimes I wonder if it would be better to bake another cake for the party.

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There are some words, phrases and expressions of the Portuguese language that cause some doubt regarding its spelling. Subscribe to the only alternative that does not have spelling mistakes:

a) Suddenly

b) To weigh

c) Absolutely

d) Therefore

It is from

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Answers:

• Letter D.
• Letter C