How do you say yes in Tokyo?

The simplest and most straightforward way of saying yes in Japanese is はい hai. In a more formal style, one may also use は!
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  1. うん un, a rather nasal sound.
  2. ああ aa "I see"
  3. or そう sô or even, in a more polite way, そうです sô desu which means "yes, that's it"
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How do Japanese say yes?

'Yes' in Japanese is はい (hai), but you often hear わかりました (wakarimashita) which literally means 'I understand' or 'OK, I agree. ' However, in informal situations, it is also acceptable to say OK です (it's OK) and, particularly amongst friends, you can utter ええ (ee).
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Does AA mean yes in Japanese?

Aa means “Yeah.” or “Alright.” Since it is more of a sound than an actual word, you need to be sure to use it in the appropriate situations. The way that you say it (your tone) also will affect the meaning of this word. It's typically viewed as a masculine word. A similar masculine sound for yes is おう (ou).
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What is the polite way to say yes?

I'm always happy to help. Yep! I will be right there. (Yep is another informal way to say yes like yeah.)
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What are fancy ways to say yes?

yes
  • affirmative.
  • amen.
  • fine.
  • good.
  • okay.
  • true.
  • yea.
  • all right.
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4 Ways to Say "Yes" in Japanese!(English sub available!)



How do you say yes in slang?

You betcha (slang for “you bet”) Alrighty. Alrighty then.
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What is YES in Old English?

The English word 'yes' is thought to come from the Old English word 'gēse', meaning 'may it be so', and can be traced back to earlier than the 12th century. In the centuries since, lots of alternatives to the word 'yes' have sprung up in the English language, and there are no many meanings for the word 'yes' too.
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Is Yep rude?

The word “yep” is not necessarily rude but some people do consider it rude in formal situations. “Yep” can sound rude if it is said in a dismissive tone.
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How do you say yes in Kyoto?

The simplest and most straightforward way of saying yes in Japanese is はい hai. In a more formal style, one may also use は!
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What is desu ka?

As a question, そう sou can be used by itself with a rising tone, or followed by か ka or ですか desu ka. It means "that is right," or "that is so," and is used as an affirmative answer to a question. Interjection examples. 学生 ( がくせい ) ですか。
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Why do Japanese say hai?

Sometimes it's used as neutral filler speech to indicate you're listening. Sometimes it's used as a sign of acknowledgement. Sometimes it's used as a delineating device to indicate a change in topic. Sometimes it's used as a way of saying “here you go”.
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What is Chotto matte?

Chotto matte kudasai. / Please wait a moment.

[chotto matte kudasai] Use these Japanese words when you want someone to wait for you for a little bit. A Common Mistake: In English, the expression "one second" means you want them to wait a bit.
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What is Yosh in Japanese?

“Yosh.

This phrase means something like, “OK, I'm going for it,” or “I'll do my best.” A Japanese would say “Ganbarimasu” before taking a test or leaving the house for a job interview.
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What does yada mean in Japanese?

29. "Ya!" "Yada!" = No! / I don't want (to do) it! / I hate it! / etc. Kids use these phrases when they don't like/like to do something, for example, when they are forced to eat what they dislike or when they are told to put toys away. 'Yada' can also be used by adults. ・Example 1: Kid: Ya!
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How do you say yes in all languages?

'Yes' In 10 Languages
  1. German — Ja.
  2. Spanish — Sí
  3. French — Oui.
  4. Italian — Si.
  5. Portuguese — Sim.
  6. Swedish — Ja.
  7. Turkish — Evet.
  8. Polish — Tak.
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How do you say yes in British slang?

' Aye – It means yes. It is commonly used in Scotland. It was used in the film ”Brave Heart”, Barry – Another term from the Scots, meaning 'good' when exclaimed, or at least 'okay' Ballistic – From the original meaning of a type of missile, in slang this describes a fit of anger and rage.
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Is saying sure rude?

sure, pal. The most passive-aggressive affirmative phrase is a thumbs up to your face, and a jerkoff motion behind your back.
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Is texting Nope rude?

The word “Nope” is not necessarily rude but some people do consider it rude in formal situations. “Nope” can sound rude if it is said in a dismissive tone.
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How do you say yes in a dry way?

Formal
  1. Certainly.
  2. Definitely.
  3. Of course.
  4. Gladly.
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Is it spelled yea or yeah?

“Yea” is a very old-fashioned formal way of saying “yes,” used mainly in voting. It's the opposite of—and rhymes with—“nay.” When you want to write the common casual version of “yes,” the correct spelling is “yeah” (sounds like “yeh” ).
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What does it mean to YEET?

Yeet is a slang word that functions broadly with the meaning “to throw,” but is especially used to emphasize forcefulness and a lack of concern for the thing being thrown. (You don't yeet something if you're worried that it might break.)
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When did Aye become yes?

The word aye (/aɪ/) as a synonym for yes in response to a question dates to the 1570s.
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