イェス
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Base noun form. Used as an affirmative response in casual speech, borrowed from English 'yes'. Example: 『イェス、そうです』 (iesu, sou desu, 'Yes, that's right').
Theme
User is at a café with their friend Yumi, discussing weekend plans and confirming details.
イェス
イェス
yes
Basics & EssentialsYes/No & Particles
Memory Hook
Imagine someone asking if you agree, and you shout 'Yes!' — it sounds just like the Japanese word 『イェス』 (iesu, 'yes'). 'Yes' → イェス (iesu, 'yes').
Cultural Note
In Japanese, 『イェス』 (iesu, 'yes') is a loanword from English, often used in casual or modern contexts. It's common in media and among younger speakers, but traditional Japanese affirmatives like 『はい』 (hai, 'yes') are more formal and widely used.
Forms
Base: イェスBase noun form. Used as an affirmative response in casual speech, borrowed from English 'yes'. Example: 『イェス、そうです』 (iesu, sou desu, 'Yes, that's right').