I am certain to

USAGE SUMMARY

"I am certain to" is a correct and usable phrase in written English.
It can be used to express certainty or guarantee of something in the future. For example: "I am certain to pass my final exam with flying colors this semester."

✓ Grammatically correct

News & Media

Science

Formal & Business

Human-verified examples from authoritative sources

Exact Expressions

7 human-written examples

"I am certain to direct more films in the future," he said at the New York Comic Con.

The New York Times

Even now, there's an abridged copy of Anatomy of Melancholy interleaved with Horrid Henrys and Just Williams in my children's kitchen-table pile of breakfast reading that I am certain to take to France in a fortnight's time.

The Guardian - Books

If I do decide to sprint, then I am certain to miss the connection even if I make it to the other terminal, because the security staff are guaranteed to be taking a break at the point at which I need to go through.

The New York Times

All the major Palestinian groups - Hamas, Fatah, even the more combative al-Aqsa Martyrs Brigades - have condemned the kidnapping, though recycled press releases are of little comfort, I am certain, to someone in captivity, and of little concern to a kidnapper who knows he will get what he wants anyway.

The Guardian - Opinion

However, I am certain, to borrow the words of Will Rogers, we cannot "keep borrowing what we do not have, to buy what we do not need, to keep up with those we really do not like".

Huffington Post

And, I realize by proposing that I see an overuse of art proclaiming a Duchampian lineage or ideal that I am certain to provoke strong opinions from people smarter than I. What has this idealism done for art?

Huffington Post

Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources

Similar Expressions

53 human-written examples

They told me I was certain to be executed".

The Guardian

"Just look at the numbers: I'm certain to be humiliated".

The Guardian

Just some of the things the border guard told me I was certain to encounter in Albania as I bade farewell to Greece.

The Guardian - Travel

"There were offers from England, but I stayed because I was certain to play in World Cup year," he told BBC Sport.

BBC

I pulled 32, which meant that when I got my degree I was certain to be inducted and sent to Fort Knox and on to Southeast Asia.

Huffington Post

Expert writing Tips

Best practice

Use "I am certain to" when you want to express a high degree of confidence about a future event or action. It conveys a stronger sense of assurance than simply saying "I think I will."

Common error

Avoid using "I am certain to" in casual conversations where a more relaxed tone is appropriate. Alternatives like "I'm sure to" or "I'll definitely" might be more suitable.

Linguistic Context

The phrase "I am certain to" functions as a declarative statement expressing the speaker's strong belief or conviction regarding a future event or action. Ludwig confirms its usability in written English.

Expression frequency: Rare

Frequent in

News & Media

33%

Formal & Business

33%

Science

33%

Less common in

Wiki

0%

Encyclopedias

0%

Social Media

0%

Ludwig's WRAP-UP

In summary, the phrase "I am certain to" expresses a strong conviction about a future event. Ludwig AI confirms that it is a correct and usable phrase. While grammatically sound, it's relatively rare, with usage found in news, formal business and science contexts. It's best used when conveying confidence, but should be used sparingly in informal settings where alternatives like "I'm sure to" might be more appropriate.

More alternative expressions

Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:

I am sure to

This alternative is a more direct synonym, expressing a similar level of confidence.

Without a doubt, I will

This emphasizes the certainty by negating any possibility of doubt.

I will certainly

This uses an adverb to modify the verb, emphasizing the certainty of the action.

It is certain that I will

This rephrases the sentence to emphasize the certainty itself.

I can guarantee that I will

This emphasizes the guarantee given by the speaker for a certain action.

I'm bound to

This suggests that the event is inevitable or very likely.

I have no doubt that I will

This emphasizes the lack of uncertainty regarding the future action.

I'm destined to

This implies a sense of fate or predetermination.

I fully expect to

This expresses a strong expectation for the event to occur.

I anticipate that I will

This is slightly more formal, suggesting a reasoned expectation.

FAQs

How can I use "I am certain to" in a sentence?

You can use "I am certain to" to express confidence about a future event. For example, "I am certain to finish the project on time" or "I am certain to enjoy the movie tonight."

What are some alternatives to "I am certain to"?

Alternatives include "I am sure to", "I will definitely", or "I am bound to" depending on the context.

Is "I am certain to" formal or informal?

"I am certain to" leans towards the formal side but can be used in neutral contexts as well. Consider your audience and the overall tone of your writing or speech.

What's the difference between "I am certain to" and "I am sure to"?

While similar, "I am certain to" expresses a slightly stronger level of conviction than "I am sure to". The choice depends on the degree of confidence you wish to convey.