Por cierto que
Example: Por cierto que mañana iremos al parque con amigos.
Definition
"Por cierto que" is an expression used in Spanish to introduce additional information or to emphasize a statement, similar to saying 'by the way' or 'indeed' in English. It often serves to confirm or add detail to what has been previously mentioned.
Etymology
The expression "por cierto que" comes from the Spanish words 'por' meaning 'for,' 'cierto' meaning 'certain' or 'true,' and 'que' meaning 'that.' Combined, it conveys certainty or emphasis, evolving into a phrase used to introduce or affirm information. Did you know? This phrase is commonly used in spoken Spanish to smoothly add or confirm points.
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"Por cierto que" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - Modismos y refranes - (A1) - parte 1", containing 112 commonly used expressions.
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