yes
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/jes/
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/jes/
interjection
A1
used to say something is true or correct
Yes, that is the right answer.
A1
used to agree with someone
Yes, I think you are right about that.
A1
used to correct a wrong statement
Yes, you did see her yesterday.
A1
used to give permission
Yes, you may go to the party.
A1
used to accept an offer
Yes, I would like some coffee, please.
A1
used to ask what someone wants
Yes? Can I help you with something?
A1
used to answer when called
Yes, I am here and ready to help.
A1
used when remembering something
Yes, now I remember where I put my keys.
A1
used to encourage someone to continue talking
Yes, please tell me more about your trip.
A1
used to show doubt about what was said
Yes? I find that hard to believe.
A1
used to emphasize a statement
Yes, we won the championship!
A1
used to show excitement or happiness
Yes! We finally finished the project.
R
used to show impatience or annoyance
Yes, yes, I'm coming right now.
noun
R
an answer that means agreement
The answer was a clear yes from everyone.
translation
used to say something is true or correct; used to agree with someone; used to correct a wrong statement; used to give permission; used to accept an offer; used to ask what someone wants; used to answer when called; used when remembering something; used to encourage someone to continue talking; used to show doubt about what was said; used to emphasize a statement; used to show excitement or happiness; used to show impatience or annoyance
an answer that means agreement
Word Forms
Plural
yess