na klar
/na klaːɐ̯/
The English phrase "sure thing" is translated into German as na klar.
na klar is used to express agreement or certainty. It can function as a standalone affirmative response or as an emphatic particle within a sentence.
Meaning: an affirmative reply, yes, certainly (intj)
Which one should you use?
While na klar is a colloquial expression, natürlich is the more standard and slightly more formal way to say "of course" or "naturally".
Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?
na klar is an informal way to express agreement. Other informal options for "sure thing" include Klar, which implies something is clear or obvious and Sicher, which means "sure" or "certain".
Related words
How do you pronounce it?
/na klaːɐ̯/
Did you know?
- If you use na klar with a sarcastic tone, it can actually mean 'yeah, right' to express disbelief rather than agreement.
- While na klar is an affirmative, the particle na can also be a variant of nein, meaning 'no'. The meaning depends entirely on the context and the words that follow it.
- German has several 'modal particles' like na that have no direct English translation but are essential for sounding like a native speaker and conveying emotion.
Examples in context
- Selbstverständlich, ich werde es sofort erledigen.Sure thing, I'll take care of it right away.
- Selbstverständlich, das mache ich gerne.Sure thing, I'd be happy to do that.
- Klar, warum nicht?Sure thing, why not?
- Klar doch!Absolutely!
- Sicher, nimm es einfach.Sure thing, just take it.
- Auf jeden Fall!Definitely!
- Na klar, ich helfe dir gerne.Sure thing, I'm happy to help you.
- Na klar, ich bin dabei!Sure thing, I'm in!
Example conversation
Lukas asks Laura for help with a heavy box.
- LukasLaura, kannst du mir kurz helfen?Laura, can you help me for a second?
- LauraNa klar, was kann ich tun?Sure thing, what can I do?
- LukasTrag bitte diesen Karton durch die Tür.Please carry this box through the door.
- LauraDas mache ich sofort.I'll do that right away.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “sure thing” translations and entries na klar, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries klar, na, CC BY-SA 4.0.
