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Tier 2: Useful

En cierto modo

In a way / In some ways

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Hedging & Softening Institutionalized Expression Intermediate neutral
Pronunciation:

en SYER-to MOH-do

When to use:

Qualifying a statement, acknowledging partial truth.

See It in Context

En cierto modo, tienes razón.

In a way, you're right.

Partial agreement
En cierto modo, es verdad.

In some ways, it's true.

Qualified agreement
En cierto modo, me alegro.

In a way, I'm glad.

Mixed feelings