Sí
standard
The word for "yes" in Puerto Rico is Sí. For a warmer yes people say claro (of course) and for a casual "okay" they say dale.
Meaning: yes (adverb)
Ways to say it
| Spanish | Note |
|---|---|
| Sí | standard |
| Claro | of course |
| Dale | casual, okay |
Claro que sí is a friendly, strong yes. Dale agrees to a plan, as in Dale, nos vemos a las ocho.
How do you pronounce it?
Sí is pronounced like English "see". Always write the accent, since si without it means "if".
Did you know?
- The accent mark on sí separates "yes" from si, which means "if".
Examples in context
- Sí, me gusta mucho.Yes, I like it a lot.
- Dale, nos vemos mañana.Okay, see you tomorrow.
Example conversation
Raúl invites his coworker Nilda to lunch in Caguas.
- Raúl¿Quieres almorzar conmigo?Do you want to have lunch with me?
- NildaClaro que sí.Of course.
- RaúlDale, salimos a las doce.Okay, we leave at twelve.
