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"That's right" is a phrase which is often translated as "así es", and "yes" is an interjection which is often translated as "sí". Learn more about the difference between "that's right" and "yes" below.
that's right(
thahts
rayt
)A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
a. así es
Are you here for Natalie's birthday party? - That's right.¿Estás aquí para el cumpleaños de Natalie? - Así es.
b. eso es
Was he in our philosophy class last year? - That's right!¿Estaba él en nuestra clase de filosofía el año pasado? - ¡Eso es!
c. es cierto
So there's no food in the house and the grocery store is closed? - That's right.¿Me dices que no hay comida en la casa y el supermercado está cerrado? - Es cierto.
yes(
yehs
)An adverb is a word that describes a verb, an adjective, or other adverbs (e.g., to run quickly, very tired).
An interjection is a short utterance that expresses emotion, hesitation, or protest (e.g., Wow!).
A noun is a word referring to a person, animal, place, thing, feeling, or idea (e.g., man, dog, house).
