sicuramente
/si.ku.raˈmen.te/
The English word "surely" is translated into Italian as sicuramente.
sicuramente is used to express that something is certainly or undoubtedly true. It can be used in an assertive sense to mean "surely", but it is also the standard way to say "certainly" or "definitely" in Italian.
Meaning: certainly, undoubtedly (adv)
What does it mean word for word?
The adverb is formed from the adjective sicuro (meaning sure or safe) and the suffix -mente, which is the equivalent of the English "-ly".
How do you pronounce it?
The word has 5 syllables, with the stress on the 4th syllable: /si.ku.raˈmen.te/.
Did you know?
- In certain Italian dialects, particularly in the south, people might use the word sicuro as an interjection to express disbelief, much like saying 'Really?' in English.
- The suffix -mente used in sicuramente comes from the Latin word mens, meaning 'mind'. Literally, the word describes how something is perceived by the mind.
- The root of sicuramente, the word sicuro, is connected to the ancient Latin word 'securus', which literally means 'without care' or 'without anxiety'.
Examples in context
- È sicuramente un malinteso.That's surely a misunderstanding.This sentence is useful for showing how to use sicuramente to describe a misunderstanding.Tatoeba #3764355 by Guybrush88, translation #2895942 by verdulo
- Beh, sicuramente lo richiederò.Well, I'll surely ask again.This sentence demonstrates using sicuramente when expressing an intention to ask again.Tatoeba #8991531 by Guybrush88, translation #873590 by CM
- Tom sarebbe sicuramente d'accordo.Tom would surely agree.This sentence shows how to use sicuramente to express that someone would agree.Tatoeba #4794949 by Guybrush88, translation #4530049 by CK
- Il tuo lavoro è ottimo, continueremo certamente a collaborare.Your work is excellent, we will surely continue to collaborate.
- Certamente, possiamo prendere in considerazione la tua proposta.Surely, we can consider your proposal.
- Sicuramente, ti faremo sapere al più presto.Surely, we will let you know as soon as possible.
- Quella festa sarà fantastica, di sicuro!That party will be amazing, surely!
- Di sicuro, sarò presente alla riunione.Surely, I will be present at the meeting.
- Di certo non mi dimenticherò del tuo compleanno.Surely, I won't forget your birthday.
- Ti aiuterò nella tua ricerca di lavoro, di certo!I will help you in your job search, surely!
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Example conversation
Matteo and Giulia are discussing the weather forecast.
- MatteoPioverà sicuramente oggi pomeriggio?Will it surely rain this afternoon?
- GiuliaSì, il cielo è molto scuro.Yes, the sky is very dark.
- MatteoAllora prendo l'ombrello.Then I will take the umbrella.
- GiuliaÈ sicuramente la scelta migliore.It is surely the best choice.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “surely” translations and entries sicuramente, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries sicuramente, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
