Translation guide
How to express affirmation in Japanese, from simple agreement to formal confirmation.
The speaker wants to agree with a statement or confirm something is correct in everyday conversation.
The most basic and polite way to say 'yes' or affirm something. Safe for most situations.
A: これはあなたの本ですか？ B: はい、そうです。
A: Is this your book? B: Yes, it is.
A slightly more casual 'yes', often used in conversation. Can sound softer than はい.
A: Are you coming tomorrow? B: Yeah, I'll go.
Very casual 'yeah' or 'uh-huh', used among friends and family. Not for formal situations.
A: This is delicious, isn't it? B: Yeah, really delicious.
Literally 'that is so'. A polite way to affirm a statement. Often used with はい.
A: Are you Mr. Tanaka? B: Yes, I am.
The speaker wants to emphasize that something is definitely true or to strongly agree.
Means 'certainly' or 'indeed'. Used to acknowledge a point while sometimes implying a contrast.
Indeed, that is a problem.
Literally 'it's exactly that way'. A strong affirmation meaning 'exactly' or 'you're right'.
Means 'precisely' or 'exactly'. Emphasizes that something is just as stated.
The speaker needs to affirm something in a formal setting, such as a wedding, oath, or official statement.
The speaker refers to a statement repeated to encourage oneself or maintain a positive mindset.
The speaker refers to a formal declaration or confirmation of a fact, often in legal or administrative contexts.
A: I think we need more practice. B: Exactly.
That's exactly what I wanted to say.
Officiant: Do you take this woman to be your wife, and promise to love her for all your life? Groom: I do.
She practices daily affirmations.
上司の承認が必要です。
We need the boss's approval.