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An exclamation of pleasure or approval, usually transcribed with an exclamation point. / Response that confirms that the user is paying attention.

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See correct answer

yes

Source Word

yes

IPA(Pronunciation)

/jɛs/

Interjection

interrogative

Japanese Meaning

喜びや賛同の気持ちを表す感嘆語 / 相手の注意を引き、理解や同意を示す返答

When she opened the letter, she couldn't help shouting yes.

手紙を開けると、彼女は思わず「やった！」と叫んだ。

Sense（1）

An exclamation of pleasure or approval, usually transcribed with an exclamation point.

Our second goal of the match! Yes!

Sense（2）

Response that confirms that the user is paying attention.

Sense（3）

(interrogative) Used to ask for more information with a request.

I need some help.

Yes?