How to Say “Yes, It Is” in Italian

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sì, lo è
The English phrase 'yes, it is' can be translated into Italian as sì, lo è.
This phrase is used as a short response to confirm that a quality or characteristic mentioned previously applies to a person or a thing.

Which one should you use?

Sì, certamente is used to express agreement with a touch of assurance, while Sì, eccome! conveys excitement and enthusiasm. The phrase Certo che sì is used to provide emphasis and conviction.

What mistakes should you avoid?

English speakers often mistakenly say sì, è by attempting to translate 'yes, is' directly. In Italian, you must include the pronoun lo to refer back to the quality being discussed.

Did you know?

  • The word sì actually traces back to the Latin word sīc, which originally meant 'thus' or 'in this manner'.
  • The pronoun lo in sì, lo è acts as a placeholder for an entire adjective or concept mentioned earlier, rather than just a single noun.

Example conversation

Lorenzo and Sofia are discussing a local restaurant.

  1. Lorenzo

    Questo ristorante è molto famoso, vero?
    This restaurant is very famous, right?
  2. Sofia

    Sì, lo è.
    Yes, it is.
  3. Lorenzo

    È difficile trovare un tavolo?
    Is it hard to find a table?
  4. Sofia

    Sì, di solito è pieno.
    Yes, usually it is full.

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