sim

yes

Beginner Adverb
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Pronunciation

/sĩ/

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Cultural Note

While 'sim' means 'yes,' Brazilians often confirm by repeating the verb instead: 'Você quer?' — 'Quero!' (Do you want? — I do!). This verb-echo pattern is more natural than a bare 'sim.' 'Pois sim' can be ironic, meaning 'yeah right.' Adding 'sim' at the end of a sentence adds emphasis: 'Eu vou sim!' (I AM going!).

📝 Example Sentences

Sim, eu quero.

Yes, I want to.

Você vem? — Sim!

Are you coming? — Yes!

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Related Words

não

no, not

Adverb

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