to be sure

• Phrase utilisée pour souligner la certitude, l'accord ou la reconnaissance que quelque chose est vrai ; souvent employée comme formule de conversation signifiant « bien sûr » ou « vraiment ».

A phrase used to emphasize certainty, agreement, or to acknowledge something as true; often used as a conversational filler meaning 'certainly' or 'indeed'.

1. Certainly or without doubtB1formal

   Used to express certainty or agreement; meaning 'certainly' or 'undoubtedly'.

   à coup sûr

   • To be sure, the weather has been unpredictable lately.
   • He is, to be sure, an expert in his field.
   • To be sure, we need to consider all options before deciding.

2. Admittedly or it is trueB2formal

   Used to acknowledge a fact or point, often before introducing a contrasting idea.

   il est vrai / certes

   • To be sure, the plan has flaws, but it is still the best we have.
   • The movie was, to be sure, entertaining, though not very original.
   • To be sure, the task is difficult, but we can accomplish it.