certeza - meaning, definition, translation, pronunciation
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certeza (spanish) - meaning, definition, translation, pronunciation


Part of Speech

Certeza is a noun in Spanish.

Phonetic Transcription

/θeɾˈt̪eθa/ (Castilian Spanish) or /serˈt̪eza/ (Latin American Spanish)

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Meaning and Usage

Certeza refers to the state of being certain or confident about something. It signifies full trust or conviction regarding facts, beliefs, or outcomes. In Spanish, it is frequently used in both written and oral contexts, though it may arise more often in formal discussions, such as academic writing, legal documents, or philosophical debates. The word has a moderate frequency of use in everyday conversation as well.

Example Sentences

  1. La certeza es fundamental para tomar decisiones informadas.
  2. Certainty is fundamental for making informed decisions.

  3. Ella tiene la certeza de que ganará el concurso.

  4. She has the certainty that she will win the contest.

  5. Es una realidad sin certeza que el clima cambiará.

  6. It is a reality without certainty that the climate will change.

Idiomatic Expressions

While "certeza" does not have a wide range of specific idiomatic expressions, it is often used in phrases that highlight confidence or conviction.

Example Idiomatic Expressions

  1. No hay certeza sin duda.
  2. There is no certainty without doubt.

  3. La certeza del futuro es un mito.

  4. The certainty of the future is a myth.

  5. Hablamos con certeza cuando tenemos información.

  6. We speak with certainty when we have information.

  7. La certeza en su voz me dio confianza.

  8. The certainty in her voice gave me confidence.

  9. La certeza con la que declaró sus verdades impresionó a todos.

  10. The certainty with which he stated his truths impressed everyone.

  11. No puedo actuar sin certeza.

  12. I cannot act without certainty.

Etymology

The word certeza comes from the Latin "certēza," which is derived from "certus," meaning certain or sure. Its evolution retains the core meaning related to certainty and assurance in various contexts.

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22-07-2024