Spanish · Question Words
Sí
Yes
Beginneradverb
Definition
An affirmative reply.
Example
—¿Quieres café? —Sí, por favor.
—Do you want coffee? —Yes, please.
Etymology
'Sí' comes from Latin 'sic', meaning so or thus, and has evolved in Spanish to specifically mean yes, affirming statements or questions.
How & Where It’s Used
'Sí' is commonly used both in spoken and written Spanish as an affirmation, suitable in all contexts from casual conversations to formal discussions.