The word “yes” has many forms and functions. However, it is not the only word you can use when you wish to affirm something. These alternatives call help you on your way to becoming wellspoken!
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(1) SOUNDS AND BODY LANGUAGE
You can express “yes” without words. These are particularly useful when your mouth is full of food or you're afraid to use a wrong word or phrase.
Mhm
[Okay sign]
[Nodding]
[Thumbs up]
(2) INFORMAL
When you’re in informal situations, you will often choose to use casual language. For instance, when speaking to your friends and family, you would probably respond with “yep” rather than the much more formal “indeed.”
Okie dokie
Ok
K
Alright
Etc.
(3) SARCASTIC
Sometimes, the best way to respond is with a good old sarcastic acceptance. Typically, these are used in informal circumstances when you want to be sassy or funny.
Yeah, yeah, yeah
Obviously
Affirmative
(4) FORMAL
When you find yourself in formal situations, it is important to speak or write using formal language. Typically, you should avoid short forms, abbreviations, and slang.
Certainly
Definitely
Of course
Gladly
Etc.
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0:00 What you need to do to sound like a native
0:36 Sounds and body language instead of "YES"
1:51 Informal alternatives
4:29 Sarcastic alternatives
6:23 About my English workbook
6:59 Informal alternatives
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