Sí, lo es
The Spanish phrase for "yes, it is" is Sí, lo es.
Sí, lo es is used as a short response to confirm that a previously mentioned identity or quality is true.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Argentina, the phrase Sí, así es. is prevalent across all language registers.
How does it change in a sentence?
When using Sí, lo es to confirm a quality or identity, the phrase uses the verb ser (to be) rather than estar (to be).
Did you know?
- While Sí, lo es confirms a quality, the word sí can also mean 'himself' or 'herself' when it derives from the Latin sibi.
- A subtle accent mark distinguishes the sí in Sí, lo es from the word si, which means 'if'.
- The pronoun lo can function as a 'neuter' pronoun, acting as a bridge for ideas that do not have a specific gender.
Examples in context
- ¿Esa película es genial? – Sí, lo es. ¡Deberías verla!Is that movie great? – Yes, it is. You should see it!
Example conversation
María and Javier are discussing a new restaurant.
- María¿Es un lugar caro?Is it an expensive place?
- JavierSí, lo es.Yes, it is.
- María¿Es bueno para ir con amigos?Is it good for going with friends?
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries es, lo, sí, CC BY-SA 4.0.
