certainly
Translation
certainly, definitely, surely
Examples
He will certainly be there.
He will certainly be there.
"Can you help me?" "Certainly."
"Can you help me?" "Certainly."
Grammar Patterns
((certainly + verb)) without doubt. This will certainly help.
((as a response)) used to agree to a request. "Can I borrow this?" "Certainly."
Similar Words
Synonyms: definitely, surely, undoubtedly; Antonyms: possibly, maybe
Etymology
From the adjective 'certain' + the adverbial suffix '-ly'.
Memory Tips
It's simply the adverb form of 'certain'. Use it when you state something with certainty.