French · Emotions & Descriptions
"Sure (certain)" in French: sûr(e)
sûr(e)
Sure in French as an adjective is sûr (masculine) or sûre (feminine): tu es sûr ?, je suis sûre. Bien sûr means of course. Write sûr with the circumflex — not only the preposition sur.
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How to pronounce sûr(e)
Say it
sewr
/syʁ/
Sûr: sewr (like sir with rounded lips). Sûre: same with a clearer final. Bien sûr: byen sewr.
"Sure (certain)" in French: quick reference
| French | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| sûr | sure (masc.) Tu es sûr ? | Tu es sûr ? |
| sûre | sure (fem.) Je suis sûre. | Je suis sûre. |
| bien sûr | of course Agreement. | Agreement. |
| pas sûr / pas sûre | not sure Doubt. | Doubt. |
How to use sûr(e) in real life
- 1Double-checking a time
Tu es sûr que le train part à 18 h ?
Are you sure the train leaves at 6 p.m.?
Masculine sûr.
- 2Confirming a feeling
Je suis sûre de mon choix.
I'm sure of my choice.
Feminine sûre.
- 3Agreeing quickly
Bien sûr, je viens avec vous.
Of course, I'll come with you.
Bien sûr.
Mistakes English speakers make with sûr(e)
Incorrect: Je suis sur de moi.
Correct: Je suis sûr de moi.
The adjective needs the circumflex: sûr.
Incorrect: Elle est sûr.
Correct: Elle est sûre.
Feminine takes sûre.
Good to know
Sur without a circumflex is the preposition on. Texting sûr (sure) from sur (on) matters in writing. Bien sûr is everyday glue in conversation; for soft doubt, say je ne suis pas sûr / sûre.
Try it in a ChatPal conversation
Confirming a restaurant booking
ChatPal
Tu es sûr pour 20 h ?
Are you sure about 8 p.m.?
You
Oui, je suis sûr. J'ai l'email.
Yes, I'm sure. I have the email.
ChatPal
Moi je suis sûre aussi — on y va.
I'm sure too—let's go.
You
Parfait. J'apporte le cadeau.
Perfect. I'll bring the gift.
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FAQ
Common questions about "Sure (certain)" in French
How do you say sure in French?
Sûr / sûre.
What is bien sûr?
Of course.
How is sûr different from sur?
Sûr (with ^) means sure; sur means on.
When do I use sûre?
Feminine subject: je suis sûre.
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