Significado
A polite way to say yes, often when offered something.
Contexto cultural
Americans value efficiency and politeness. 'Yes, please' is the standard way to accept. British culture often uses 'Yes, please' even when they are slightly hesitant, as it is seen as more polite than a direct 'no'. Australians are generally casual, but 'Yes, please' is still the standard polite form in service settings.
Smile!
Smiling while saying 'Yes, please' makes you sound much friendlier.
Don't be blunt
Avoid saying just 'Yes'. It can sound rude.
Significado
A polite way to say yes, often when offered something.
Smile!
Smiling while saying 'Yes, please' makes you sound much friendlier.
Don't be blunt
Avoid saying just 'Yes'. It can sound rude.
Politeness is key
English speakers love politeness markers.
Ponte a prueba
Choose the correct response to: 'Would you like a seat?'
A) Yes, please. B) Yes, I like. C) Please yes.
A is the standard polite response.
Fill in the blank: 'Would you like more cake?' '_____, please.'
...
Yes is the correct affirmative.
Match the situation to the correct response.
Someone offers you water.
Accepting an offer requires 'Yes, please'.
Complete the dialogue.
Waiter: 'Would you like coffee?' You: '_____'
This is the most natural response.
🎉 Puntuación: /4
Ayudas visuales
Banco de ejercicios
4 ejerciciosA) Yes, please. B) Yes, I like. C) Please yes.
A is the standard polite response.
...
Yes is the correct affirmative.
Someone offers you water.
Accepting an offer requires 'Yes, please'.
Waiter: 'Would you like coffee?' You: '_____'
This is the most natural response.
🎉 Puntuación: /4
Preguntas frecuentes
6 preguntasOnly to offers. Not to questions like 'Is this your pen?'.
It is neutral. It works everywhere.
Say 'No, thank you'.
Yes, it is very common in texting.
It shows you are appreciative.
Yes, it is a standard fixed expression.
Frases relacionadas
Yes, thank you
synonymA polite acceptance.
I'd love to
similarAccepting an invitation.
Sure
similarCasual acceptance.
