certes
Meanings
Adverb
1. certainly, surely, decidedly, definitely (dated)
2. admittedly, granted, fair enough
Examples9
Il est pauvre, certes, mais il est heureux.
He is poor, to be sure, but he is happy.
J'ai certes beaucoup de temps, mais je n'ai pas assez d'argent.
I have plenty of time, but not enough money.
Certes il y avait du travail domestique à faire.
There was a lot of housework to do.
Certes, Tom a déjà bu deux bières, mais il a toujours les idées claires.
Sure, Tom has already had two beers, but he's still clear-headed.
Nous sommes fatigués, certes, mais nous n'abandonnerons pas.
We're tired, sure, but we aren't giving up.
Certes tu t'es trompé, mais je ne peux pas te blâmer pour cela.
On the one hand, you are wrong, but on the other hand, I can't blame you for that.