Cool MateMeaning of Surely
used to show that you are almost certain of what you are saying and want other people to agree with you
In simple words: certainly; without a doubt
Surely in a sentence
- Surely we should do something about it?
- It's surely only a matter of time before he is found, isn't it?
- Surely by now, things could be organized better?
- Oil prices will surely have some impact on trade.
- Surely you don't think I was responsible for this?
- ‘They're getting married.’ ‘**Surely not!**’
- They won't go, surely?
- He knew that if help did not arrive soon they would surely die.
- We'll get there slowly but surely.
How to use Surely
Use 'surely' to express certainty. It’s appropriate in both spoken and written contexts but is more common in formal discussions. Avoid using it in very casual conversations where simpler words like 'definitely' might fit better.
Grammar pattern
standalone adverb
Memory hint
Sounds like 'shorely' — imagine standing on a shore, feeling certain about the tides.
Related words
Collocations with Surely
- surely believe
- surely know
- surely must
Synonyms for Surely
Opposites of Surely
- doubtfully
- unsure
Common mistakes with Surely
- Confusing 'surely' with 'sure' — 'sure' can be an adjective.
- Using 'surely' as a response when a simple 'yes' would suffice.
- Omitting 'surely' in a sentence where it clarifies certainty.
Compare Surely with Certainly, Definitely, Undoubtedly, Of course
Surely appears in
Surely in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
بالتأكيد، بالتأكيد
بالتأكيد؛ بدون شك
- Bengaliবাংলা
নিশ্চয়
নিঃসন্দেহে; কোনো সন্দেহ ছাড়াই
- GermanDeutsch
Sicherlich, Wohl, Gewiss
sicherlich; ohne Zweifel
- SpanishEspañol
Seguramente
ciertamente; sin duda
- Persianفارسی
حتماً، مطمئناً
قطعاً؛ بدون شک
- FrenchFrançais
Sûrement, Assurément
Certainement ; sans aucun doute.
- Hindiहिन्दी
ज़रूर, निश्चित रूप से
निश्चित रूप से; बिना किसी शक के
- ItalianItaliano
Sicuramente, Certo
certamente; senza dubbio
- PortuguesePortuguês
Certamente, Com certeza, Sem dúvida
com certeza; sem dúvida
- RussianРусский
Несомненно, наверняка, уж точно
конечно; без сомнения
- Urduاردو
یقیناً، بے شک
یقیناً؛ بغیر کسی شک کے
- Chinese中文
当然
肯定；毫无疑问
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Frequently asked questions about Surely
What does Surely mean?
certainly; without a doubt
What is the definition of Surely?
used to show that you are almost certain of what you are saying and want other people to agree with you
How do you use Surely in a sentence?
Surely we should do something about it?
Can you give another example of Surely?
It's surely only a matter of time before he is found, isn't it?
What are synonyms for Surely?
Common alternatives include certainly, definitely, undoubtedly, of course, assuredly.
What is the opposite of Surely?
Opposite meanings include doubtfully, unsure.
What words go with Surely?
It commonly pairs with surely believe, surely know, surely must.
What are common mistakes when using Surely?
Confusing 'surely' with 'sure' — 'sure' can be an adjective. Using 'surely' as a response when a simple 'yes' would suffice. Omitting 'surely' in a sentence where it clarifies certainty.
How do you pronounce Surely?
US: /["/ˈʃʊrli/"]/, UK: /["/ˈʃʊəli//ˈʃɔːli/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Surely?
Use 'surely' to express certainty. It’s appropriate in both spoken and written contexts but is more common in formal discussions. Avoid using it in very casual conversations where simpler words like 'definitely' might fit better.
What CEFR level is Surely?
"Surely" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.