No. 153 in Italian
certo
Sure! The Italian word "certo" means "certain" or "sure" in English.
In a sentence
È certo che domani pioverà.
It is certain that it will rain tomorrow.
The word 'certo' is used as an adjective meaning 'certain', referring to something definite.
Hai bisogno di aiuto? Certo, dimmi cosa vuoi sapere.
Do you need help? Of course, let me know what you want to know.
Here 'certo' is an adverb meaning 'of course' or 'certainly', expressing agreement or affirmation.
Ha una certa esperienza nel settore.
She has a certain experience in the field.
In this phrase, 'certo' is used as an adjective, meaning 'certain' or 'particular', denoting non-specific recognition.
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