Meaning
Used to express agreement or confirmation.
Cultural Background
In Spain, 'Sí, claro' is used constantly. It is often paired with 'Vale' (Okay) to confirm plans. Mexicans often use 'Sí, claro' with a very warm tone. It is sometimes extended to '¡Claro que sí!' to show extra friendliness. Argentines might use 'Sí, obvio' as a synonym for 'Sí, claro'.
Tone matters
Use a rising intonation to sound friendly and a flat intonation to sound serious.
Regional variations
In some areas, '¡Claro!' is enough. Don't feel forced to say the whole phrase.
Meaning
Used to express agreement or confirmation.
Tone matters
Use a rising intonation to sound friendly and a flat intonation to sound serious.
Regional variations
In some areas, '¡Claro!' is enough. Don't feel forced to say the whole phrase.
Test Yourself
Complete the phrase.
¿Quieres ir al cine? —Sí, ____.
The correct expression is 'Sí, claro'.
Which is the most natural way to agree?
Choose the best response to: '¿Me pasas el agua?'
'Sí, claro' is the standard way to agree to a request.
Finish the dialogue.
A: ¿Entiendes la lección? B: ____.
The phrase confirms understanding.
Match the situation to the response.
Situation: A friend asks if you are free to talk.
It is a polite way to accept the conversation.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
4 exercises¿Quieres ir al cine? —Sí, ____.
The correct expression is 'Sí, claro'.
Choose the best response to: '¿Me pasas el agua?'
'Sí, claro' is the standard way to agree to a request.
A: ¿Entiendes la lección? B: ____.
The phrase confirms understanding.
Situation: A friend asks if you are free to talk.
It is a polite way to accept the conversation.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
6 questionsIt is neutral. It works in most situations.
Yes, it is polite and professional.
No, it is an invariable expression.
It is just an emphatic version for extra agreement.
Yes, it is universally understood.
No, use 'Claro que no' for that.
Related Phrases
Por supuesto
synonymOf course
Desde luego
synonymCertainly
Obvio
similarObviously
