No. 1,469 in French
certes
Certainly; indeed.
In a sentence
Certes, il est capable de réussir ce projet.
Certainly, he is capable of succeeding in this project.
The word 'certes' here is used to emphasize the certainty or acknowledgment of the person's ability within the context.
Ce choix est difficile, certes, mais nécessaire.
This choice is difficult, certainly, but necessary.
'Certes' in this context serves as an acknowledgment of the challenge posed by the choice before transitioning into its necessity.
On peut dire, certes, que ces efforts ont porté leurs fruits.
It can be said, certainly, that these efforts have borne fruit.
The word 'certes' in this phrase is acknowledging the validity or success of the efforts, placing emphasis on the positive outcome.
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