yes in Japanese
yes in Japanese is やった, よし, はい — yes means used to show agreement, acceptance, or confirmation.
yes in Japanese
やった
Pronounced: yatta
An exclamation of pleasure or approval, usually transcribed with an exclamation point.
よし
Pronounced: yoshi
An exclamation of pleasure or approval, usually transcribed with an exclamation point.
はい
Pronounced: hai
An exclamation of pleasure or approval, usually transcribed with an exclamation point.
はい
Pronounced: hai
Response that confirms that the user is paying attention.
はい
Pronounced: hai
Used to indicate disagreement or dissent in reply to a negative statement.
ええ
Pronounced: ee
Used to indicate disagreement or dissent in reply to a negative statement.
うん
Pronounced: un
Used to indicate disagreement or dissent in reply to a negative statement.
いいえ
Pronounced: iie
Used to indicate disagreement or dissent in reply to a negative statement.
What does "yes" mean?
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particle Used to show agreement, acceptance, or confirmation.
""Do you want more coffee?" "Yes, please.""
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intj An exclamation of pleasure, triumph, or approval.
""Yes!" he shouted as the last-second shot went in."
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noun An affirmative answer or vote.
"The motion passed with 40 yeses and 2 noes."
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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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What is "yes" in Japanese?
"yes" in Japanese is やった, よし, はい. yes means: Used to show agreement, acceptance, or confirmation.
How do you pronounce やった?
"yes" in Japanese is やった, pronounced "yatta".
How do you use "yes" in a sentence?
Example: ""Do you want more coffee?" "Yes, please."" In Japanese, "yes" is やった, よし, はい.
Are there other ways to say "yes" in Japanese?
Yes — Japanese has 6 translations listed for "yes": やった, よし, はい, ええ, うん, いいえ.
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