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How to Say "That's right" in Spanish
Confirm agreement or correctness in Spanish with this versatile phrase.
Así es
AH-see EHSSneutral
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Use 'Así es' when someone states a fact you agree with, or when you want to confirm that something is correct. For example, if someone says 'The meeting is at 3 PM,' and you know it is, you can reply 'Así es.'
Alternatives
- CorrectoSlightly more formal, emphasizing accuracy.
- Sí, exactoAdds emphasis to the agreement.
Ways to get it wrong
Confusing with 'Es así'
'Es así' means 'It is like this,' which is different from confirming something is right.
Pronouncing 'así'
The 's' sound in 'así' is like in 'see,' not like 'z' in 'zoo.'
A small cultural note
This phrase is very common across Latin America and Spain for simple confirmations.
Frequently asked
When to use 'Así es' vs 'Correcto'?
'Así es' is a general confirmation of agreement or truth. 'Correcto' is a bit more formal and specifically points to something being factually accurate.
Is 'Así es' only for facts?
No, you can use it to agree with someone's opinion or a statement about a situation. It's a versatile way to say 'That's right' or 'Exactly.'
How to say 'That's right' in a very casual way?
While 'Así es' is neutral, a simple 'Sí' (yes) or 'Claro' (of course) can also work in very casual settings to convey agreement.
