claro que sí, mi amor
/ˈklaɾo ke ˈsi mi aˈmoɾ/word by word
The English phrase "of course, my love" can be translated into Spanish as claro que sí, mi amor.
This phrase is used as an affectionate way to give a positive answer or to agree with someone you love.
Which one should you use?
You may see the shorter form claro, mi amor, which translates to "sure, my love". Using just claro instead of claro que sí is slightly less emphatic and more casual than the full phrase.
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈklaɾo ke ˈsi mi aˈmoɾ/
Did you know?
- In some Latin American countries, mi amor can be used by strangers, such as street vendors or shopkeepers, as a friendly or flattering term of address.
- Depending on the region, saying claro que sí, mi amor with a rising intonation can sometimes be used sarcastically to mean 'yeah, right'.
- In many Spanish-speaking cultures, using mi amor is common even between close friends or family members, not just romantic partners.
Examples in context
- ¡Por supuesto, cariño mío! Vamos a ver esa película que tanto te gusta juntosOf course, my darling! Let's watch that movie you love so much together
- Claro que sí, mi amor, te ayudaré.Of course, my love, I will help you.
- Claro que sí, mi amor, puedes usar mi coche.Of course, my love, you can use my car.
Example conversation
Sofía asks Daniel for a favor at home.
- Sofía¿Puedes lavar los platos hoy, Daniel?Can you wash the dishes today, Daniel?
- DanielClaro que sí, mi amor, yo lo hago.Of course, my love, I'll do it.
- SofíaMuchas gracias, eres muy bueno.Thank you very much, you are very kind.
- DanielNo hay problema, Sofía.No problem, Sofia.
