так
tak[tak]
The English word 'yes' is translated as так (tak) in Ukrainian.
так is used as a particle to indicate agreement or acceptance. Beyond its use as 'yes', it also functions as an adverb meaning 'so' or 'thus', such as in the phrase 'I think so'.
Meaning: word used to indicate agreement or acceptance (particle)
How does it change in a sentence?
When you use так as a particle to answer a question, it is often followed by a comma in written Ukrainian.
How do you pronounce it?
The romanization is tak.
Did you know?
- In some contexts, a Ukrainian might answer a 'yes/no' question by simply repeating the verb used in the question instead of saying так.
- Adding the word таки to a sentence creates a nuance of 'after all' or 'despite everything'. For example, it can turn 'yes' into a triumphant 'yes, indeed'.
- In certain regional Ukrainian dialects, particularly in the west, you might hear так собі used to mean 'so-so' or 'not really', which is a complete reversal of the positive 'yes' connotation.
Examples in context
- Так, я це знаю.Yes, I know it.This sentence demonstrates the use of так to confirm knowledge.Tatoeba #6855963 by deniko, translation #433589 by CK
- Я би сказав так.I would have said yes.This sentence shows how так can represent the concept of 'yes' within a statement.Tatoeba #6567600 by deniko, translation #3786174 by AlanF_US
- Так, я живу тут.Yes, I live here.This sentence illustrates using так to confirm a fact about where one lives.Tatoeba #10024548 by deniko, translation #10018183 by shekitten
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Example conversation
Irina is asking Dmytro if he is ready to go.
- Ірина IrynaДмитре, ти вже готовий іти?Dmytre, ty vzhe hotovyi ity?Dmytro, are you ready to go already?
- Дмитро DmytroТак, я готовий.Tak, ya hotovyi.Yes, I am ready.
- Ірина IrynaТи взяв свої ключі?Ty vzyav svoi klyuchi?Did you take your keys?
- Дмитро DmytroОй, ні, зараз заберу.Oi, ni, zaraz zaberu.Oh, no, I will get them now.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “yes” translations and entries так, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
