surely
/ˈʃʊəli/ · /ˈʃʊrli/
CEFR level B1Topic ThinkingWord #3099 in the learning path
想必；总该
Definitions
adv. Used when expecting others to agree that something is true
想必；总该
adv. Certainly, or in a way that will achieve a result
必定；确实
Example
Surely you can spare five minutes to help?
你总能抽出五分钟来帮忙吧？
Surely governments should prioritise clean drinking water before investing public money in expensive sports facilities.
政府在投入公共资金建设昂贵的体育设施之前，总该优先保障清洁饮用水吧。
Collocations
- surely not
- slowly but surely
- will surely lead to
Word family
- sure (adj.)
- sureness (n.)
Synonyms
- certainly
- undoubtedly
Usage tip
是副词；句首常表示期待对方赞同。
FAQ
- What does surely mean?
- Used when expecting others to agree that something is true Certainly, or in a way that will achieve a result
- How is surely pronounced?
- UK /ˈʃʊəli/, US /ˈʃʊrli/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
