Meaning
Например, вы можете сказать: «I’m pretty sure, что собрание начинается в 10 утра», чтобы указать, что вы уверены в времени, но не исключаете, что могли что-то перепутать.
Употребление: Это выражение часто используется в повседневной речи, чтобы выразить свою уверенность в чем-то, основываясь на имеющейся информации или личном опыте. Оно полезно в ситуациях, когда вы хотите показать, что верите в свои слова, но при этом оставляете место для изменения своей позиции, если появятся новые данные.
Today's Sentences
- I’m pretty sure this is broken.
- I’m pretty sure it’s going to rain.
- I’m pretty sure the stadium is packed.
- I’m pretty sure I have to buy a new dress.
- I’m pretty sure it’s harmful for the environment.
- Writer's Note
01
I’m pretty sure this is broken.
Situation 1
Is something wrong with the toaster?
The bread comes out burnt.
I’m pretty sure this is broken.
Я почти уверен, что это сломано.
I’ll take a look at it when I get back from work.
If it’s unfixable, I guess we need to get a new one.
Situation 2
What are you looking at?
I’m looking at our vacuum cleaner.
Why?
I’m pretty sure this is broken.
It keeps spitting out the dust that it picks up.
Он продолжает выбрасывать пыль, которую собирает.
02
I’m pretty sure it’s going to rain.
Situation 1
It’s really cloudy today.
I’m pretty sure it’s going to rain.
Well, you look different.
What’s with your hair?
Что с вашими волосами?
Well, I'll buy you a coffee if I’m wrong.
Situation 2
Why did you bring an umbrella?
I’m pretty sure it’s going to rain.
I do see some clouds coming in.
I always sense a sweet smell in the air right before it rains.
And today is one of those days.
И сегодня как раз такой день.
03
I’m pretty sure the stadium is packed.
Situation 1
I can’t believe we got tickets to the game today.
We’re super lucky.
I’m pretty sure the stadium is packed.
Я почти уверен, что стадион полон.
I wonder how many seats are left.
I overheard someone say it’s a sold out game.
Situation 2
It's my first time in the luxury box.
Me too.
My boss was really happy to give us tickets for the game.
Мой начальник был очень рад дать нам билеты на игру.
Look at all the people pouring into the stadium.
I’m pretty sure the stadium is packed tonight’s game.
04
I’m pretty sure I have to buy a new dress.
Situation 1
So when are you meeting your new man?
We’re going out for dinner on Friday night.
What are you going to wear?
I’m pretty sure I have to buy a new dress.
Situation 2
Are you ready for your interview?
I am.
I’ve gone over so many mock situations.
Я рассмотрел так много моделируемых ситуаций.
What will you wear?
I’m pretty sure I have to buy a new dress.
Everything I have looks so old.
Все, что у меня есть, выглядит таким старым.
05
I’m pretty sure it’s harmful for the environment.
Situation 1
Did you see those pictures of the garbage washed up on the beach?
I did. There was so much plastic.
I’m pretty sure it’s harmful for the environment.
Я уверен, что это вредно для окружающей среды.
Honestly, the ocean is being poisoned with all this waste.
I agree.
I feel so bad for the animals who suffer from it.
Мне так жаль животных, которые страдают от этого.
Situation 2
What’s that floating on the water?
It kinda looks like oil.
I’m pretty sure it’s harmful for the environment.
I think so too.
Let’s call and report this.
Давайте позвоним и сообщим об этом.
Writer's Note
To be "pretty sure" of something means that you are quite confident that something is true; or at least 'close to certain'. We cannot really measure how true something is but we can infer that what they say is somewhat or entirely truthful. However, it is important to note that you should always consider the stress, pitch, and volume to determine whether their claims are true or not. Here are some alternatives and I'm certain they are interchangeable with "I'm pretty sure".
- I'm fairly certain
- I'm confident
- I believe
- I'm almost positive
- I have a strong feeling
- I have no doubt
- I know for a fact
Go ahead! Use the sentences above or make up your own awesome sentences and practice, practice, practice!

