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    Sí (en. Yes)

    /si/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    adverb
    Indicates affirmation or assent.
    She said yes to the proposal.
    Ella dijo que sí a la propuesta.
    It is used to confirm something.
    Do you like ice cream? - Yes, I love it.
    ¿Te gusta el helado? - Sí, me encanta.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'sic', which means 'thus'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    yes or yes
    Expression that indicates something must be done necessarily.
    sí o sí
    of course yes
    Emphatic affirmation indicating total agreement.
    por supuesto que sí
    yes, of course
    Expression that shows assent or agreement.
    sí, claro
    yes, sir
    Expression of respect that confirms something.
    sí, señor

    Related Words

    affirmation
    Expression that indicates acceptance of something.
    afirmación
    consent
    Agreement or assent to something.
    consentimiento
    approve
    To give approval or a green light to something.
    aprobar

    Slang Meanings

    In some contexts, it is used to show enthusiasm.
    Yes, I want to go to the party!
    ¡Sí, quiero ir a la fiesta!
    Sometimes used sarcastically to mean no.
    Of course, yes, as if it were easy.
    Claro que sí, como si fuera fácil.