How Do You Say “Yes” in Italian? ✅🇮🇹

The word for “yes” in Italian is sì.

The Word for “Yes” in Italian

Sì (with the accent) is the standard word for yes.

Examples

  • Sì, grazie.
    Yes, thank you.

  • Sì, voglio venire.
    Yes, I want to come.

  • Sì, lo so.
    Yes, I know.



💡 Language Tip: Watch the Accent!

The accent on sì is very important:

  • sì (with accent) = yes

  • si (without accent) = himself / herself / itself (used in reflexive verbs)


So, always use the accent when you mean yes.


More Examples

  • Sì, certo!
    Yes, of course!

  • Sì, va bene.
    Yes, that’s fine.

  • Sì, per favore.
    Yes, please.


    • 🌱 Rooted in Meaning

    The Italian sì comes from Latin sic, meaning thus or so. That’s why in older English you’ll sometimes see yea, so it is — a cousin of the Italian sì.


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