yes in English: Used to give a positive answer

Translation

Used to give a positive answer, or to agree that something is true.

Word origin

From Old English gese, probably a worn-down form of gea si, meaning yea, may it be so.

Origin: Old English
Root: gese

Examples

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"Yes" gives a positive answer to an invitation.

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"Yes" answers a question and agrees that it is true.

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To "say yes" to something means to accept it.

Related words

no

Not any, or used to give a negative answer.

yeah

A relaxed, friendly way of saying yes, used when you speak rather than when you write.

okay

Used to agree or to say yes; it can also mean well, safe, or good enough.

sure

Knowing that something is true and having no doubt about it.

agree

To think the same as someone else, or to say yes to a plan or idea.

absolutely

Completely, in every way. People also say it on its own to mean a strong yes.

ahh

A long sound people make when they relax, feel pleased, or suddenly understand.

alright

Used to say yes, or to say that someone or something is well enough.

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