Meaning
Used to confirm the truth of a statement.
Cultural Background
In Spain, 'Es cierto' is used frequently in professional settings to show agreement. It is seen as polite and objective. In Mexico, you might hear 'Es cierto' alongside 'Es verdad'. Both are interchangeable, but 'Es cierto' sounds slightly more formal. Argentines often use 'Es cierto' but may also use 'Es verdad' or 'Claro' to express the same sentiment. In Colombia, 'Es cierto' is used to confirm information in a friendly, consultative manner.
Keep it simple
You don't need to add anything after 'Es cierto'. It's a complete sentence on its own.
Don't use 'Soy'
Never say 'Soy cierto'. It is a classic mistake. Always use 'Es' (it is).
Meaning
Used to confirm the truth of a statement.
Keep it simple
You don't need to add anything after 'Es cierto'. It's a complete sentence on its own.
Don't use 'Soy'
Never say 'Soy cierto'. It is a classic mistake. Always use 'Es' (it is).
Use it for validation
It's the best way to show you are listening in a professional meeting.
Test Yourself
Complete the sentence with the correct phrase.
—Mañana es fiesta. —____, no hay trabajo.
'Es cierto' is the perfect way to confirm a fact.
Which sentence is correct?
Choose the correct usage of 'Es cierto'.
The phrase must be impersonal and followed by 'que' if a clause follows.
Complete the dialogue.
A: El examen es difícil. B: ____, pero podemos estudiar.
B is agreeing with A's statement.
Match the situation to the response.
Situation: A friend tells you the bus is late.
You are confirming the fact that the bus is late.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
4 exercises—Mañana es fiesta. —____, no hay trabajo.
'Es cierto' is the perfect way to confirm a fact.
Choose the correct usage of 'Es cierto'.
The phrase must be impersonal and followed by 'que' if a clause follows.
A: El examen es difícil. B: ____, pero podemos estudiar.
B is agreeing with A's statement.
Situation: A friend tells you the bus is late.
You are confirming the fact that the bus is late.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
10 questionsYes, it is perfectly appropriate for formal written communication.
Yes, they are almost identical in meaning and usage.
Because 'cierto' is an adjective describing the statement, not you.
No, it is an impersonal expression and never changes.
Yes, it's very common in texting.
Yes, it is universally understood.
Use 'No es cierto'.
No, it is very polite and neutral.
It's better to use 'Tienes razón' for opinions.
In Spain, it's like 'th' in 'think'. In Latin America, it's like 's'.
Related Phrases
Es verdad
synonymIt is the truth.
Tienes razón
similarYou are right.
Claro
similarOf course.
Por supuesto
similarOf course.
