はい
Meanings
Interjection
Polite
1. yes; that is correct
Yes, that's what I intend to do.
2. understood; I see; OK; okay
3. present; here
as a response to a roll call
4. pardon?; what's that?; come again?
with rising intonation
5. now; here; here you go
used when calling for someone's attention or when handing something to someone
Here you are.
6. giddy-up; giddap
Pitch accent
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Top 200
Examples (65 in total)
"Are you a teacher?" "Yes!"
Ah, yes, that's right, that's right.
"Really?" "Yes, really."
Yes, what is it?
"Do you promise?" "Yes, I promise."
Here you are.
Yes, I will certainly pass it on!
Here, I'm giving this back.
No... I mean, yes.
Yes, I'd like to do it again.
Yes, it has already started.
"Is she young?" "Yes, she is."
Who said yes?
Yes, that would be the case.
Yes, two coffees.
Okay, stop there for now!
No, I'm not sleepy.
"Do you have a pen?" "Yes, I have one."
Yes, everyone has gathered.
"Are the taxis being used?" "Yes, they are."
"Is Ken busy?" "Yes, he is."
Yes. Tony had it.
Yes, she's at home.
"Is she reading a book?" "Yes, she is."
"Yes, I can do it," answered the boy.
Yes, that's the right answer.
Yes, I will absolutely keep it a secret.
"May I come in?" "Yes, certainly."
Yes, I will let my wife know as well.
Yes, I will let my parents know.
"Are you a teacher?" "Yes, I am."
"Does he like music?" "Yes, he does."
"Was Bill in Japan?" "Yes, he was."
Yes, it happens from time to time.
"Do you like cake?" "Yes, I do."
Yes, Bob helped me.
Here is a letter for you.
"Does she play tennis?" "Yes, she does."
He is out now.
"He is loved by many, isn't he?" "Yes, he is."
"Did he write a letter yesterday?" "Yes, he did."
Please answer yes or no.
"Are these your cars?" "Yes, they are."
"Are you a Japanese student?" "Yes, I am."
Yes, the route there has been changed.
Yes, he is a very kind gentleman.
Yes, I would be happy to guide you when that time comes.
"Do you like sports?" "Yes, I especially like baseball."
Yes, let's take just as much as we need.
"May I use this pencil?" "Yes, you may."
"Is there a book on the chair?" "Yes, there is."
Yes, my name is Karen Smith.
"Would you like something to drink?" "Yes, an orange juice, please."
"No, I don't," said Mr Jordan.
"Come home early, Guillaume." "Yes, mother."
Ah, yes, please, order whatever you like.
"Excuse me, do you speak English?" "Yes. A little."
Yes, they seem to be sleeping soundly and comfortably.
"Can I use your dictionary?" "Yes, here you are."
Please don't limit your opinions just to 'Yes' or 'No'.
Yes, no matter how many years or decades it takes, I will not give up.
Yes, they said there's a commercial district if you go to the right.
Yes, so if it's there, I can guide you to every nook and cranny.
He told me when to say yes.
Please wait a moment. Yes, we have a reservation for you.