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Por cierto, la objetividad es igual de importante que la verdad.

Por cierto, la objetividad es igual de importante que la verdad.
By the way, objectivity is just as important as the truth.
From Lesson 491:Emphatic affirmation (sí que)·Spanish (Spain)

Questions & Answers about Por cierto, la objetividad es igual de importante que la verdad.

How would I use the emphatic sí que in this sentence?
You would place it directly before the conjugated verb: la objetividad sí que es igual de importante. This emphasizes the statement, translating to something like 'objectivity is indeed just as important' or 'objectivity really is just as important.'
Can I use tan importante como instead of igual de importante que?
Yes, they are interchangeable! Both are common ways to express equality. Just remember that tan pairs with como, while igual de pairs with que. Mixing them up (like saying igual de importante como) is a common mistake for learners, so keep an eye out for that que here.
Why do we need la before objetividad?
In Spanish, abstract nouns like objetividad (objectivity) and verdad (truth) require a definite article when used in a general sense, especially as the subject of a sentence. English drops the article here, but Spanish needs it.
Does por cierto translate to 'for certain'?
No, it is a very common set phrase meaning 'by the way.' If you want to say 'for certain' or 'for sure,' you would use con certeza or seguro.

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