Ja
neutral
In Austrian German "yes" is Ja. In relaxed speech Austrians often say Jo. Genau means "exactly" and is a common way to agree.
Meaning: yes (adverb)
Ways to say it
| German | Note |
|---|---|
| Ja | neutral |
| Jo | colloquial, Austria |
| Genau | agreeing |
Ja fits every situation. Jo is informal and heard in everyday talk. Genau agrees with what someone just said.
Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?
With strangers and in business use Ja or Ja, gern.
Did you know?
- The short Jo is typical of Austrian and Bavarian speech and is rarely written.
Examples in context
- Ja, gern.Yes, gladly.
- Jo, passt.Yeah, works for me.
- Genau, das meine ich.Exactly, that is what I mean.
Example conversation
Anna asks her friend Max about dinner plans in Vienna.
- AnnaGehen wir heute essen?Shall we go out to eat today?
- MaxJo, gern.Yeah, gladly.
- AnnaUm sieben?At seven?
- MaxGenau.Exactly.
