English–German
“certainly” in German
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈfʁaɪ̯lɪç/
Example
Das ist freilich wahr.
That is certainly true.
How to say “certainly” in German
“Certainly” in German is freilich.
A firm nod that confirms a statement while leaving room for a qualification.
Example sentences with freilich
Na, freilich!
Well, of course!
Tips for using freilich
- Freilich often sounds more formal or written than natürlich, and it can introduce a contrast with 'but' left implicit.
Other German words for “certainly”
Das ist sicherlich eine gute Idee.
That is certainly a good idea.