Spanish Conversation · Level 38
74 words
Spanish word
segurísimo
Pronunciation
IPA/seɣuˈɾisimo/
Meaning
- adjectiveabsolutely sure
Example
Estoy segurísimo.
I am absolutely sure.
More examples
Estoy segurísimo de que vendrás mañana.
I'm absolutely sure that you'll come tomorrow.
Core concept
One speaker replying to a question with an emphatic '¡Segurísimo!'
Common phrases
estar segurísimo
be absolutely sure
estar segurísimo de que
be absolutely sure that
segurísimo de sí mismo
absolutely sure of oneself
Similar words
seguro: Shows steady confidence and certainty without wavering.
convencido: Remains convinced by reasons or evidence and defends that belief.
cierto: States that a fact is true and treats it as established.
claro: Makes a point clear and convincing through straightforward expression.
Definition in Spanish
Indica que alguien tiene una seguridad casi absoluta respecto a algo.
Word origin
Segurísimo derives from seguro (from Latin securus 'safe, sure') plus the intensive suffix -ísimo, producing an adjective that expresses being absolutely sure.
Usage tips
- In speech the word's force depends strongly on intonation and context, so it can be sincere, exaggerated, or ironic depending on tone.