This is the 8338th most frequent French word.
yes
The French word "yes" translates to "oui" in English, meaning "an affirmative response or agreement."
Here, 'oui' is used as an affirmative response to express agreement or acceptance in a formal situation.
Oui, j'accepte votre invitation.
Yes, I accept your invitation.
In this case, 'oui' is used as an enthusiastic confirmation to a tag question.
Tu aimes les macarons, n'est-ce pas? Oui!
You like macarons, don't you? Yes!
Here, 'oui' is used as an initial agreement, followed by a conditional explanation or reservation.