뜻
Used to give a strong affirmative answer or agreement.
문화적 배경
In Spain, people often add 'hombre' or 'mujer' to the end (e.g., '¡Claro que sí, hombre!') to sound more friendly and colloquial, regardless of the gender of the person they are talking to. Mexicans might use '¡Claro que sí!' with a very specific rising and falling intonation to show extra politeness or 'servicialismo' (helpfulness). In Argentina, '¡Obvio!' is a very strong competitor to 'Claro que sí' among younger generations, often used with a touch of 'cool' nonchalance.
The 'Nod' Factor
Always accompany 'Claro que sí' with a firm nod. It doubles the impact of your agreement.
Don't over-accent
The 'que' should be very light. If you stress it too much, it sounds unnatural.
뜻
Used to give a strong affirmative answer or agreement.
The 'Nod' Factor
Always accompany 'Claro que sí' with a firm nod. It doubles the impact of your agreement.
Don't over-accent
The 'que' should be very light. If you stress it too much, it sounds unnatural.
The 'Claro' Shortcut
If you're in a hurry, just saying '¡Claro!' works 90% of the time.
Politeness
Using this phrase with elders shows a nice level of respect and enthusiasm.
셀프 테스트
Complete the phrase to say 'Of course!'
—¿Quieres un helado? —Claro ___ sí.
The standard phrase is 'Claro que sí'.
Which response is most enthusiastic?
Someone asks if you want to go to the beach.
'Claro que sí' adds emphasis and enthusiasm compared to a simple 'Sí'.
Choose the correct negative version of this phrase.
How do you say 'Of course not'?
You simply replace 'sí' with 'no'.
Complete the dialogue.
A: ¿Me puedes ayudar? B: ________, dime qué necesitas.
The second part of the sentence ('tell me what you need') implies agreement.
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시각 학습 자료
연습 문제 은행
4 연습 문제—¿Quieres un helado? —Claro ___ sí.
The standard phrase is 'Claro que sí'.
Someone asks if you want to go to the beach.
'Claro que sí' adds emphasis and enthusiasm compared to a simple 'Sí'.
How do you say 'Of course not'?
You simply replace 'sí' with 'no'.
A: ¿Me puedes ayudar? B: ________, dime qué necesitas.
The second part of the sentence ('tell me what you need') implies agreement.
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자주 묻는 질문
6 질문It's not necessarily more formal, but it is more 'complete' and polite. It shows you are paying attention.
No. It is only for 'Yes/No' questions or statements of agreement.
If you say 'sí', yes. You can say 'Claro' alone, but you cannot say 'Claro sí'.
Only if your tone is flat. With a normal or high pitch, it is always positive.
'Por supuesto' is slightly more formal, like 'Of course' vs 'Certainly'.
Yes, it is very common in professional but friendly emails.
관련 표현
Por supuesto
synonymOf course / By all means
Desde luego
synonymOf course / Certainly
Claro que no
contrastOf course not
¡Eso es!
similarThat's it!
