Reconfirming: meaning, definitions and examples

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reconfirming

 

[ ˌriːkənˈfɜːrmɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

confirmation process

Reconfirming is the act of confirming something again after an initial confirmation. This process is often utilized in various contexts such as travel, business agreements, or even personal appointments to ensure that the information is still accurate and valid. Reconfirmation can help avoid misunderstandings and ensure that all parties are on the same page. It emphasizes the importance of communication and clarity in interactions.

Synonyms

affirm again, validate again, verify again.

Examples of usage

  • I need to reconfirm our reservation for dinner.
  • Please reconfirm the meeting time with the client.
  • She called to reconfirm her flight details.

Translations

Translations of the word "reconfirming" in other languages:

🇵🇹 reconfirmando

🇮🇳 पुनः पुष्टि करना

🇩🇪 erneut bestätigen

🇮🇩 mengonfirmasi kembali

🇺🇦 підтвердження

🇵🇱 ponowne potwierdzenie

🇯🇵 再確認する

🇫🇷 reconfirmation

🇪🇸 reconfirmación

🇹🇷 yeniden onaylama

🇰🇷 재확인

🇸🇦 تأكيد مرة أخرى

🇨🇿 znovu potvrzení

🇸🇰 opätovné potvrdenie

🇨🇳 重新确认

🇸🇮 ponovno potrjevanje

🇮🇸 endurstaðfesting

🇰🇿 қайта растау

🇬🇪 მორიგი დადასტურება

🇦🇿 təkrar təsdiqləmə

🇲🇽 reconfirmación

Etymology

The word 'reconfirming' is derived from the prefix 're-', which comes from Latin, meaning 'again' or 'back.' The root word 'confirm' stems from Latin 'confirmare,' composed of 'con-' meaning 'together' and 'firmare,' meaning 'to make firm.' The usage of the term in English began to appear around the mid-20th century as a growing need for clarity and double-checking in various professional and personal practices emerged. With advancements in communication and the increasing complexity of transactions and arrangements, 'reconfirming' became a valuable practice in both casual and formal contexts, ensuring accuracy and trust in engagements.