ええ

How to remember it

A drawn-out 'eh?' turned into agreement — relaxed yes.

Example sentences

• 「これ、いい？」「ええ、いいですよ。」

  「これ、いい？」「ええ、いいですよ。」

  'Is this okay?' 'Yes, it's fine.'

• ええ、そうですね。

  ええ、そうですね。

  Yes, that's right.

Usage

Polite but softer than はい; common in conversation among adults.

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