English Dictionary
Definition yes in British 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 enjoy the film?’ ‘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!’
‘Will you be working late again tonight?’ ‘I guess so.’
‘Is it true that John and Sarah have split up?’ ‘I’m afraid so.’
➡ no
