(en. Yeah)

/si/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adverb
Expression used to express affirmation.
Do you want to go to the cinema? Yes, I would love to.
¿Quieres ir al cine? Sí, me encantaría.
It is also used to confirm something.
Is it true that you are going to travel? Yes, it's true.
¿Es cierto que vas a viajar? Sí, es cierto.
It serves to accept a proposal or invitation.
Would you like to have dinner with me? Yes, of course.
¿Te gustaría cenar conmigo? Sí, claro.

Etymology

The term comes from the Latin 'sic', which means 'thus' or 'in this way'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

yes, of course
Expression that reinforces the affirmation, indicating full agreement.
sí, claro
yes, of course
Indicates acceptance without reservation.
sí, por supuesto
yes, indeed
Used to confirm an affirmation with emphasis.
sí, efectivamente

Related Words

affirmative
That establishes or declares an affirmation.
afirmativo
confirmation
Action of confirming something.
confirmación
agreement
State of having reached mutual understanding or acceptance.
acuerdo

Slang Meanings

Yes, absolutely
Are you going to the party? Yes, absolutely, I can't miss it.
¿Vas a la fiesta? Sí, a huevo, no me la pierdo.
Yes, of course
Would you like to go out this weekend? Yes, of course.
¿Te gustaría salir este fin de semana? Sí, claro que sí.