英语词汇“sure”的英英意思、用法、释义、翻译、读音、例句、短语、词组-英语词典

sure

(ʃʊəʳ )

Word forms: surer , surest

1. adjective [verb-link ADJECTIVE, ADJECTIVE that, ADJ wh] A2

If you are sure that something is true, you are certain that it is true. If you are not sure about something, you do not know for certain what the true situation is.

He'd never been in a class before and he was not even sure that he should have been teaching.

The president has never been sure which direction he wanted to go in on this issue.

She was no longer sure how she felt about him.

It is impossible to be sure about the value of land. [+ about]

[Also + of]

Synonyms: certain, positive, clear, decided

2. adjective B2

If someone is sure of getting something, they will definitely get it or they think they will definitely get it.

It's better to pay so that you can be sure of getting quality. [+ of]

It is the self-assurance of the new generation which makes them sure of their success.

3. phrase B2

If you say that something is sure to happen, you are emphasizing your belief that it will happen. [emphasis]

With over 80 beaches to choose from, you are sure to find a place to lay your towel.

Anyone who goes food shopping without a list is sure to forget the things they really need.

4. adjective [ADJECTIVE noun]

Sure is used to emphasize that something such as a sign or ability is reliable or accurate. [emphasis]

Sharpe's leg and shoulder began to ache, a sure sign of rain.

She has a sure grasp of social issues such as literacy, poverty and child care.

sureness uncountable noun

New to the job, he was keen to demonstrate his sureness of mind.

5. adjective [verb-link ADJECTIVE, ADJECTIVE to-infinitive, ADJECTIVE that]

If you tell someone to be sure to do something, you mean that they must not forget to do it. [emphasis]

Be sure to read about how mozzarella is made, on page 65.

Be sure you get your daily quota of calcium.

6. convention A2

Sure is an informal way of saying 'yes' or 'all right'. [formulae]

'He rang you?'—'Sure. Last night.'

'I'd like to be alone, O.K?'—'Sure. O.K.'

'We'll phone and you can make an appointment'—'Sure. What time do you want to go?'

7. adverb [ADVERB before verb]

You can use sure in order to emphasize what you are saying. [informal, emphasis]

'Has the whole world just gone crazy?'—'Sure looks that way, doesn't it?'

It sure is hot, he thought.

8. sure enough phrase

You say sure enough, especially when telling a story, to confirm that something was really true or was actually happening.

We found the English treacle pudding too good to resist. Sure enough, it was delicious.

I thought she'd recognised me, and sure enough, she came across.

Synonyms: as expected, as anticipated

9. for sure phrase B1+

If you say that something is for sure or that you know it for sure, you mean that it is definitely true.

One thing's for sure, his vocal style hasn't changed much over the years.

Even to this day we don't know what happened for sure.

Synonyms: definitely, absolutely, without question, surely

10. make sure phrase B1

If you make sure that something is the way that you want or expect it to be, you check that it is that way.

He looked in the bathroom to make sure that he was alone.

Before you cut the cloth, make sure that the pattern matches up on both edges.

Synonyms: check, ensure, confirm, make certain

11. make sure phrase B1

If you make sure that something is done, you take action so that it is done.

Make sure that you follow the instructions carefully.

He wants to make sure that schools are committed to providing alternative education.

12. sure thing phrase B2

If you say that something is a sure thing, you mean that you are certain that it will happen or be successful. [informal]

This proposal is by no means a sure thing.

13. sure thing convention

You say 'sure thing' to show that you agree with someone or will do as they say. [mainly US, spoken]

'Be careful!'—'Sure thing, Dad. So long.'

14. to be sure phrase [PHRASE with cl]

You use to be sure when you are admitting that something is true, although it seems to contradict a more general statement that you are making.

Parents make the rules. To be sure, many of the rules are no longer appropriate today.

15. be sure of oneself phrase B2

If you are sure of yourself, you are very confident about your own abilities or opinions.

I'd never seen him like this, so sure of himself, so in command.

Idioms:

sure as eggs is eggs [British]

said to mean that you are very certain something will happen

He'll be back later on. Sure as eggs is eggs.

Translations:

Chinese: 确定的

Japanese: 確信して

单词	sure
释义	sure (ʃʊəʳ ) Word forms: surer , surest 1. adjective [verb-link ADJECTIVE, ADJECTIVE that, ADJ wh] A2 If you are sure that something is true, you are certain that it is true. If you are not sure about something, you do not know for certain what the true situation is. He'd never been in a class before and he was not even sure that he should have been teaching. The president has never been sure which direction he wanted to go in on this issue. She was no longer sure how she felt about him. It is impossible to be sure about the value of land. [+ about] [Also + of] Synonyms: certain, positive, clear, decided 2. adjective B2 If someone is sure of getting something, they will definitely get it or they think they will definitely get it. It's better to pay so that you can be sure of getting quality. [+ of] It is the self-assurance of the new generation which makes them sure of their success. 3. phrase B2 If you say that something is sure to happen, you are emphasizing your belief that it will happen. [emphasis] With over 80 beaches to choose from, you are sure to find a place to lay your towel. Anyone who goes food shopping without a list is sure to forget the things they really need. 4. adjective [ADJECTIVE noun] Sure is used to emphasize that something such as a sign or ability is reliable or accurate. [emphasis] Sharpe's leg and shoulder began to ache, a sure sign of rain. She has a sure grasp of social issues such as literacy, poverty and child care. sureness uncountable noun New to the job, he was keen to demonstrate his sureness of mind. 5. adjective [verb-link ADJECTIVE, ADJECTIVE to-infinitive, ADJECTIVE that] If you tell someone to be sure to do something, you mean that they must not forget to do it. [emphasis] Be sure to read about how mozzarella is made, on page 65. Be sure you get your daily quota of calcium. 6. convention A2 Sure is an informal way of saying 'yes' or 'all right'. [formulae] 'He rang you?'—'Sure. Last night.' 'I'd like to be alone, O.K?'—'Sure. O.K.' 'We'll phone and you can make an appointment'—'Sure. What time do you want to go?' 7. adverb [ADVERB before verb] You can use sure in order to emphasize what you are saying. [informal, emphasis] 'Has the whole world just gone crazy?'—'Sure looks that way, doesn't it?' It sure is hot, he thought. 8. sure enough phrase You say sure enough, especially when telling a story, to confirm that something was really true or was actually happening. We found the English treacle pudding too good to resist. Sure enough, it was delicious. I thought she'd recognised me, and sure enough, she came across. Synonyms: as expected, as anticipated 9. for sure phrase B1+ If you say that something is for sure or that you know it for sure, you mean that it is definitely true. One thing's for sure, his vocal style hasn't changed much over the years. Even to this day we don't know what happened for sure. Synonyms: definitely, absolutely, without question, surely 10. make sure phrase B1 If you make sure that something is the way that you want or expect it to be, you check that it is that way. He looked in the bathroom to make sure that he was alone. Before you cut the cloth, make sure that the pattern matches up on both edges. Synonyms: check, ensure, confirm, make certain 11. make sure phrase B1 If you make sure that something is done, you take action so that it is done. Make sure that you follow the instructions carefully. He wants to make sure that schools are committed to providing alternative education. 12. sure thing phrase B2 If you say that something is a sure thing, you mean that you are certain that it will happen or be successful. [informal] This proposal is by no means a sure thing. 13. sure thing convention You say 'sure thing' to show that you agree with someone or will do as they say. [mainly US, spoken] 'Be careful!'—'Sure thing, Dad. So long.' 14. to be sure phrase [PHRASE with cl] You use to be sure when you are admitting that something is true, although it seems to contradict a more general statement that you are making. Parents make the rules. To be sure, many of the rules are no longer appropriate today. 15. be sure of oneself phrase B2 If you are sure of yourself, you are very confident about your own abilities or opinions. I'd never seen him like this, so sure of himself, so in command. Idioms: sure as eggs is eggs [British] said to mean that you are very certain something will happen He'll be back later on. Sure as eggs is eggs. Easy Learning Idioms Dictionary. Copyright © HarperCollins Publishers Translations: Chinese: 确定的 Japanese: 確信して
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