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yes in Dutch

yes in Dutch is ja, jawel, wel — yes means used to show agreement, acceptance, or confirmation.

yes in Dutch

ja
intj
An exclamation of pleasure or approval, usually transcribed with an exclamation point.
ja
particle
Used to indicate disagreement or dissent in reply to a negative statement.
jawel
particle
Used to indicate disagreement or dissent in reply to a negative statement.
wel
particle
Used to indicate disagreement or dissent in reply to a negative statement.
toch
particle
Used to indicate disagreement or dissent in reply to a negative statement.
beamen
verb
(colloquial, transitive) To agree with, affirm, approve.

What does "yes" mean?

  1. particle Used to show agreement, acceptance, or confirmation.
    ""Do you want more coffee?" "Yes, please.""
  2. intj An exclamation of pleasure, triumph, or approval.
    ""Yes!" he shouted as the last-second shot went in."
  3. noun An affirmative answer or vote.
    "The motion passed with 40 yeses and 2 noes."
  4. verb To agree with or flatter someone by constantly agreeing with them.
    "Stop yessing me and tell me what you really think of the plan."
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yes in a sentence

  • "Do you want more coffee?" "Yes, please."
  • She said yes to his proposal.
  • "Yes!" he shouted as the last-second shot went in.
  • Yes! We finally got tickets for the concert!

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Frequently asked questions

What is "yes" in Dutch?
"yes" in Dutch is ja, jawel, wel. yes means: Used to show agreement, acceptance, or confirmation.
How do you use "yes" in a sentence?
Example: ""Do you want more coffee?" "Yes, please."" In Dutch, "yes" is ja, jawel, wel.
Are there other ways to say "yes" in Dutch?
Yes — Dutch has 5 translations listed for "yes": ja, jawel, wel, toch, beamen.
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