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yes in Swahili

yes in Swahili is ndiyo — yes means used to show agreement, acceptance, or confirmation.

yes in Swahili

ndiyo
particle
word used to indicate agreement or acceptance

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.
    "He just yesses the boss instead of pushing back with real feedback."
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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.
  • The motion passed with 40 yeses and 2 noes.

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What is "yes" in Swahili?

"yes" in Swahili is ndiyo. 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 Swahili, "yes" is ndiyo.

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