Cool MateMeaning of Say for sure
To express certainty about something.
In simple words: To confirm something definitely.
Say for sure in a sentence
- I can say for sure that we'll finish on time.
- Can you say for sure when the meeting will start?
- She confidently said for sure that the results would be positive.
- I can't say for sure, but I think he will come.
- He said for sure that he would help us with the project.
How to use Say for sure
Use in informal or casual contexts to express certainty. Not suitable for formal writing or speeches.
Grammar pattern
say for sure + clause
Memory hint
Think of a confident person saying, 'I can say for sure!' with a thumbs up.
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Collocations with Say for sure
- say for sure something
- say for sure that
- can say for sure
- must say for sure
- don't know for sure
Common mistakes with Say for sure
- Using 'say for sure' without a clause, e.g., 'I say for sure it is.'
- Confusing with similar phrases like 'say definitely'.
- Incorrectly using in very formal contexts.
Compare Say for sure with Confirm, Assert, Declare, Emphasize
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Frequently asked questions about Say for sure
What does Say for sure mean?
To confirm something definitely.
What is the definition of Say for sure?
To express certainty about something.
How do you use Say for sure in a sentence?
I can say for sure that we'll finish on time.
Can you give another example of Say for sure?
Can you say for sure when the meeting will start?
What are synonyms for Say for sure?
Common alternatives include confirm, assert, declare, emphasize, state definitively.
What words go with Say for sure?
It commonly pairs with say for sure something, say for sure that, can say for sure, must say for sure, don't know for sure.
What are common mistakes when using Say for sure?
Using 'say for sure' without a clause, e.g., 'I say for sure it is.' Confusing with similar phrases like 'say definitely'. Incorrectly using in very formal contexts.
How do you pronounce Say for sure?
US: //seɪ fɔr ʃʊr//, UK: //seɪ fə ʃʊə//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Say for sure?
Use in informal or casual contexts to express certainty. Not suitable for formal writing or speeches.