TextRanch

The best way to perfect your writing.

Discover why 1,062,726 users count on TextRanch to get their English corrected!

1. Input your text below.
2. Get it corrected in a few minutes by our editors.
3. Improve your English!

One of our experts will correct your English.

Sure vs Of course

Both "sure" and "of course" are correct phrases in English, but they are used in different contexts. "Sure" is more casual and can be used to express agreement or confirmation, while "of course" is more formal and emphatic, often used to show willingness or certainty.

Last updated: March 27, 2024 • 1513 views

Sure

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to express agreement or confirmation in a casual manner.

You can use "sure" to respond affirmatively to a question or request, or to indicate that you are willing to do something. It is more informal than "of course".

Examples:

Sure, I can help you with that.
Are you coming to the party? - Sure!
Sure, I'll take care of it.
Sure, I understand what you mean.
Sure, let's go for a walk.

Show examples from the web [+]

Sure, we'll include his name.
Sure, now that we're in The Twilight Zone.
Sure - secondary school certificate and college.
Sure, reasonable doubt for both.
Sure, you were at the barbecue in Hinkley.
I said, Sure thing, man.
Sure, 60% chance of recovery...
Sure... before we get undressed.
Sure. I got my license last month.
Sure, they are also part of the public.
Sure, It is a gift of Virginia.
Sure as we're standing here.
Sure, I'll talk to Philemon about making the castle secure.
Sure, treat me like your dog!
Sure, in the interest of détente.
Sure, I see your body.
Sure, but Mussolini is a dead man.
Sure, but you have to find them first.
Sure, he hit the roof sometimes.
Sure, she has spoiled him a bit much.

Alternatives:

Certainly
Absolutely
Definitely
Okay
No problem

Of course

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to express willingness, certainty, or agreement in a more formal or emphatic way.

You can use "of course" to show that you are willing to do something, to express certainty, or to agree strongly with someone. It is more formal than "sure".

Examples:

Of course, I will be there.
Can you help me with this? - Of course!
Of course, I understand your point of view.
Of course, you can count on me.
Of course, I agree with you.

Show examples from the web [+]

Of course eventually Wayward Pines will be entirely self-sufficient.
Of course that means that architecture is political.
Of course, he created a protector.
Of course the Commission is disappointed.
Of course we need financial equilibrium in Europe.
Of course, since it's mine.
Of course, that would mean admitting defeat...
Of course, transposition periods vary.
Of course there is another possibility.
Of course everyone prefers a humane person.
Of course America remains fundamental to Europe's security and prosperity.
Of course, maritime policy also includes fisheries and aquaculture.
Of course, consumer rules actually concern all political decisions.
Thompson: Of course, this is just one of our camps.
Of course, that's easier said than done if your hands are tied.
Of course now everyone can afford health care because of Obama.
Of course you can rent a car.
Of course what you did with that evidence would be entirely your concern.
Of course I spoke with Susan's friends and co-workers.
Of course, you can't tell him.

Alternatives:

Certainly
Absolutely
Definitely
Yes, of course
By all means

Related Comparisons

What Our Customers Are Saying

Our customers love us! We have an average rating of 4.79 stars based on 283,125 votes.
Also check out our 2,100+ reviews on TrustPilot (4.9).

"Thank you!"
Sachi Nakama July 2024
"I have literally been through chat, PI, claude, bard and bing and I got conflicting answers! Thank you! Human intelligence reigns!"
Retha July 2024
"Faster than AI"
CYNTHIA December 2023
"This was very helpful and I personally think this site is the best."
Kaden October 2023
"It was extremely thorough and very helpful!"
imperialelisa October 2023
"7 years without any disappointment. Always 100% satisfied. You guys are the best in the world at what you do. Thank you so much :)"
Zubair Alam October 2023
"In a world of text messages and online communication, this is great to have as a live tool. Thank you."
Selena October 2023
"Without textranch I would be stuck!"
宏祐 October 2023
"Accuracy and fast response. Personal comments from editor. Thank you."
Clh September 2023
"I wasn't aware of this service, it's fascinating and more reliable than standard IA tools available on the internet"
Arturo September 2023
"The fact that you can get reliable fast feedback on your texts."
Vinicius Antonio August 2023
"you guys are better than grammarly i'm being honest here"
ordinary July 2023
"OMG! This is really good than any other text correction tools I've used so far. Highly recommend this."
Vehan July 2023
"Very fast and accurate. thank you."
mojtaba July 2023
"I love this app because it's help to writing skills all of students ♥️"
Tarisini July 2023
"This was exactly the mistake I was looking for, the wording dind´t sound right at first. Better than grammarly!"
Ente July 2023
"The immediate help that I received was reassuring and very satisfactory. Thanks."
priiiyanshuu July 2023
"this helps A LOT for my studies."
kathnunez02 June 2023
"Woow!! I would never have expected such precision! Thank you soooo much!!"
Berta June 2023
"Real Time Editor and not AI. Many Thanks."
Priya June 2023
"The very first thing excites me about Textranch is how much your editors care."
sepideh June 2023
"The fact that texts are checked by human editors rather than by AI, etc. I appreciate this!"
Анна June 2023
"Feel welcome, immediate response, high quality feedback"
martin.roy June 2023
"This is the best app that I have ever seen"
Burulai May 2023

Why choose TextRanch?

Lowest prices
Up to 50% lower than other online editing sites.

Fastest Times
Our team of editors is working for you 24/7.

Qualified Editors
Native English experts for UK or US English.

Top Customer Service
We are here to help. Satisfaction guaranteed!