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UK//ænd jɛs//US//ænd jɛs//

Meaning of And yes

A phrase used to confirm or agree with something previously mentioned.

In simple words: Used to agree or confirm something.

And yes in a sentence

  • Are you coming to the party? And yes, I’ll bring snacks.
  • This movie is great! And yes, the acting is fantastic.
  • I love ice cream! And yes, chocolate is my favorite flavor.

How to use And yes

Commonly used in conversations to emphasize agreement. More suitable in casual settings, less so in formal writing.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Think of saying 'yes' while also adding 'and' for emphasis, like joining two ideas.

Related words

Collocations with And yes

  • and yes, definitely
  • and yes, of course
  • and yes, I agree

Synonyms for And yes

Common mistakes with And yes

  • Using in formal contexts where a simple 'yes' would suffice.
  • Confusing with similar phrases like 'and no'.

Compare And yes with Yes, Indeed, Absolutely, Definitely

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Frequently asked questions about And yes

What does And yes mean?

Used to agree or confirm something.

What is the definition of And yes?

A phrase used to confirm or agree with something previously mentioned.

How do you use And yes in a sentence?

Are you coming to the party? And yes, I’ll bring snacks.

Can you give another example of And yes?

This movie is great! And yes, the acting is fantastic.

What are synonyms for And yes?

Common alternatives include yes, indeed, absolutely, definitely.

What words go with And yes?

It commonly pairs with and yes, definitely, and yes, of course, and yes, I agree.

What are common mistakes when using And yes?

Using in formal contexts where a simple 'yes' would suffice. Confusing with similar phrases like 'and no'.

How do you pronounce And yes?

US: //ænd jɛs//, UK: //ænd jɛs//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is And yes formal or informal?

"And yes" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use And yes?

Commonly used in conversations to emphasize agreement. More suitable in casual settings, less so in formal writing.