À coup sûr
Example: À coup sûr, il réussira cet examen important demain.
Definition
"À coup sûr" is a French expression used to indicate that something will happen with certainty or without any doubt. It means that an event or outcome is guaranteed or sure to take place, such as in the phrase "À coup sûr, il réussira cet examen important demain," meaning he will definitely pass the important exam tomorrow.
Etymology
The expression "À coup sûr" literally means "with sure stroke" in French. It originates from the idea of striking something decisively or accurately, implying that the result is guaranteed. Over time, it evolved into an idiomatic phrase used to express certainty or inevitability.
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