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absolument

absolutely

adverb ab-soh-loo-MAHN Less Common
Grammar & Structure Adverbs

Usage Note

Absolument is used both to intensify ('absolutely right') and as a standalone affirmative equivalent to 'absolutely!' or 'exactly!' in conversation. It is common in both formal and informal registers, and pairs naturally with adjectives like certain or impossible.

Examples

"Tu as absolument raison."

Natural Translation

You are absolutely right.

Literal Translation

You have absolutely right

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