Claro que sí
Example: ¿Quieres ir al parque? Claro que sí, me encantaría.
Definition
"Claro que sí" is a Spanish expression used to emphatically agree or confirm something, similar to saying "of course" or "definitely" in English. It conveys a strong positive response, often showing eagerness or willingness, as in the example: "¿Quieres ir al parque? Claro que sí, me encantaría."
Etymology
The phrase "claro que sí" combines "claro," meaning clear or obvious, with "que sí," meaning that yes. The expression literally translates to "clear that yes," emphasizing certainty or affirmation. It evolved in everyday Spanish to convey enthusiastic agreement, making it a friendly and emphatic way to say yes.
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"Claro que sí" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - Modismos y refranes - (A1) - parte 1", containing 112 commonly used expressions.
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