sí es verdad
/si es beɾdad/from spelling rules
The Spanish phrase for "true indeed" is sí es verdad.
The phrase is used to agree with a statement or to confirm that something is correct. The word sí in this context functions as an intensifier to emphasize the truth of the statement, similar to how "indeed" works in English.
Which one should you use?
While es verdad means "it is true", adding sí to create sí es verdad adds a layer of emphatic agreement or confirmation.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Spain, it is common to hear efectivamente used to mean "indeed" or "that's right."
How does it change in a sentence?
The phrase sí es verdad can be shortened to es verdad while still conveying that something is true.
How do you pronounce it?
/si es beɾdad/
Did you know?
- The word sí used for 'yes' is a distinct word from the si meaning 'if', distinguished only by a written accent mark.
- In certain contexts, sí can also mean 'himself', 'herself' or 'itself', making it one of the most versatile small words in the language.
- While sí es verdad confirms a fact, Spanish speakers often use verdad as a tag question at the end of a sentence, similar to 'right?' in English.
Examples in context
- En efecto, el informe presentado es correcto.Indeed, the report presented is correct.
- ¡Sí, es verdad! Tienes toda la razón.Yes, it's true! You're absolutely right.
- Efectivamente, he recibido el correo.Indeed, I have received the email.
Example conversation
Daniel and María are talking about a new restaurant.
- DanielLa comida de este lugar es deliciosa.The food at this place is delicious.
- MaríaSí es verdad, me encanta el sabor.True indeed, I love the flavor.
- DanielY el servicio es muy rápido.And the service is very fast.
- MaríaEso también es cierto, María.That is also true, María.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
