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"I think so" is a phrase which is often translated as "creo que sí", and "yes" is an interjection which is often translated as "sí". Learn more about the difference between "I think so" and "yes" below.
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A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
phrase
a. creo que sí
Is that Ron's wife over there? - I think so.¿La esposa de Ron es aquella de allí? - Creo que sí.
b. eso creo
Do you remember Stacy's little brother? - I think so.¿Te acuerdas del hermanito de Stacy? - Eso creo.
c. me parece que sí
Is Carol happy at her new job? - I think so.¿Está contenta Carol en su nuevo puesto? - Me parece que sí.
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yes(
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An adverb is a word that describes a verb, an adjective, or other adverbs (e.g., to run quickly, very tired).
adverb
a.
Do you want coffee? - Yes, but just a little bit.¿Quieres café? - Sí, pero solo un poquito.
An interjection is a short utterance that expresses emotion, hesitation, or protest (e.g., Wow!).
interjection
a.
Yes! I knew I was right!¡Sí! ¡Sabía que tenía razón!
A noun is a word referring to a person, animal, place, thing, feeling, or idea (e.g., man, dog, house).
noun
a. el sí
(m) means that a noun is masculine. Spanish nouns have a gender, which is either feminine (like la mujer or la luna) or masculine (like el hombre or el sol).
(M)
Vote "yes" to the construction of the new school.Vota "sí" para la construcción de la nueva escuela.
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