Meaning: Double check. Confirm. Make sure.
Examples:
-What time does the flight leave?
-11am.
-Are you sure?
-Yes, I'm sure.
-What time does the movie start?
-3.
-Are you sure?
-My mistake! 3:30.
-Chocolate is good for you.
-Are you sure? (True meaning: I think you're wrong.)
-Where can I buy croissants?
-Maybe the grocery store.
-Are you sure?
-No, but maybe.
-Jenny and Mike are dating.
-Are you sure?!
Meaning: I understand. Examples: -You must take the local train. The express train skips our station! -I see. Thank you. -I can't eat this food. -Why not? -I am allergic to it. -I see. (True Meaning:
Meaning: Am I correct?/Double-check. Examples: -The train leaves at 1pm, right? (True Meaning: Am I correct?/double-check.) -Yes. -Taxis are common in New York City, right? (True Meaning: Is it true?)
Meaning: A good reward. (A good thing, or a good price.) Examples: -The coffee in this cafe is expensive. -Is it worth it? (True Meaning: Is the coffee good? Should I buy it? Is the reward good?) -Yes