S'assurer
Example: Il faut s'assurer que toutes les portes sont bien fermées.
Definition
"S'assurer" means to make certain or guarantee that something is true or will happen, often by checking or verifying. For example, in the phrase 'Il faut s'assurer que toutes les portes sont bien fermées,' it means to ensure all doors are properly closed.
Etymology
The word "s'assurer" comes from the French reflexive verb formed with 'assurer,' which means to assure or secure. 'Assurer' originates from the Latin 'assecurare,' combining 'ad-' (to) and 'securus' (secure or safe). Did you know? The reflexive form 's'assurer' highlights the personal action of confirming or making sure oneself.
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"S'assurer" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - General - (B2) - set 2", containing 111 commonly used words.
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