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"Yes" is an interjection which is often translated as "sí", and "that's right" is a phrase which is often translated as "así es". Learn more about the difference between "yes" and "that's right" below.
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).
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.
