claro

of course; sure; clear

Beginner Adverb

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Pronunciation

/ˈkla.ɾu/

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Cultural Note

Claro (literally 'clear') is an extremely common way to agree enthusiastically. 'Claro que sim' (of course yes) and 'claro que não' (of course not) are standard emphatic responses. It's casual enough for friends but polite enough for professional use in both Brazil and Portugal.

📝 Example Sentences

— Posso usar o seu telefone? — Claro!

— Can I use your phone? — Of course!

Claro que sim!

Of course!

Claro, sem problema.

Sure, no problem.

#polite #agreement #beginner-essential

Related Words

com certeza

certainly; of course; absolutely

Phrase

sim

yes

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