To be sure

phrase

Used to agree or confirm that something is true.

He is very hardworking, to be sure
Visual representation of "to be sure" - Used to agree or confirm that something is true

Often appears as...

  • to be sure
  • it's a wonderful day

Usage tips

Colloquial

phrase

Used to show that you have thought about something carefully before making a judgement.

To be sure, her jokes can sometimes be offensive
Visual representation of "to be sure" - Used to show that you have thought about something carefully before making a judgement

Often appears as...

  • to be sure
  • the decision was difficult
phrase

Used to express doubts or uncertainty about something.

I thought I saw him earlier, but to be sure, I can't be certain
Visual representation of "to be sure" - Used to express doubts or uncertainty about something

Often appears as...

  • i believe it was him
  • but to be sure
phrase

Used to agree or confirm that something is true.

He is very hardworking, to be sure
Visual representation of "to be sure" - Used to agree or confirm that something is true

Often appears as...

  • to be sure
  • it's a wonderful day

Usage tips

Colloquial

phrase

Used to show that you have thought about something carefully before making a judgement.

To be sure, her jokes can sometimes be offensive
Visual representation of "to be sure" - Used to show that you have thought about something carefully before making a judgement

Often appears as...

  • to be sure
  • the decision was difficult
phrase

Used to express doubts or uncertainty about something.

I thought I saw him earlier, but to be sure, I can't be certain
Visual representation of "to be sure" - Used to express doubts or uncertainty about something

Often appears as...

  • i believe it was him
  • but to be sure
Definition 1 of 3
Visual representation of "to be sure"
LampPro Tip 1/3

Emphasizing Truth

Use 'to be sure' to emphasize that what you're saying is true and remove any doubt.

Illustration for Emphasizing Truth
He's an expert in his field, to be sure.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Colloquial Usage

'To be sure' is informal and often used in casual conversation rather than formal writing.

Illustration for Colloquial Usage
To be sure, they've known each other for years.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Reassuring Agreement

Use when you want to reassure someone that their statement or belief is correct.

Illustration for Reassuring Agreement
Your directions were spot on, to be sure.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Emphasizing Truth

Use 'to be sure' to emphasize that what you're saying is true and remove any doubt.

Illustration for Emphasizing Truth
He's an expert in his field, to be sure.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Colloquial Usage

'To be sure' is informal and often used in casual conversation rather than formal writing.

Illustration for Colloquial Usage
To be sure, they've known each other for years.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Reassuring Agreement

Use when you want to reassure someone that their statement or belief is correct.

Illustration for Reassuring Agreement
Your directions were spot on, to be sure.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Emphasizing Truth

Use 'to be sure' to emphasize that what you're saying is true and remove any doubt.

Illustration for Emphasizing Truth
He's an expert in his field, to be sure.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Colloquial Usage

'To be sure' is informal and often used in casual conversation rather than formal writing.

Illustration for Colloquial Usage
To be sure, they've known each other for years.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Reassuring Agreement

Use when you want to reassure someone that their statement or belief is correct.

Illustration for Reassuring Agreement
Your directions were spot on, to be sure.
Visual representation of the word "To be sure"

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