American Dictionary
Definition yes in American English
yes
adverb
What are red words?
Around 90% of spoken and written English relies on just 7,500 common words.
These words are highlighted in red and are ranked using a star system.
- One-star words are commonly used
- Two-star words are even more common
- Three-star words are the most frequently used
adverb
What are red words?
Around 90% of spoken and written English relies on just 7,500 common words.These words are highlighted in red and are ranked using a star system.
- One-star words are commonly used
- Two-star words are even more common
- Three-star words are the most frequently used
Ways of saying yes
an informal way of saying “yes”
a way of saying “yes” with more emphasis
used instead of “yes” as an answer to a question or statement
used for saying “yes” very definitely, in answer to a question or request
used for saying “yes” in an enthusiastic way
used for saying “yes” when in fact you do not feel very positive or enthusiastic
used for saying “yes” when you think the person asking the question is hoping you will say “no”
Examples:
“Did you like the movie?” “Yeah, it was really good.”
“Are you coming to my party?” “Definitely. I wouldn’t miss it for anything.”
“So you haven’t seen your father since this morning?” “That’s right.”
“Are you looking forward to your trip to Scotland?” “You bet!”
“Would you mind helping me one more time tonight?” “I guess so.”
“Is it true that Mark and Sarah have split up?” “I’m afraid so.”
➡ no
