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yeah

interj.
A1 Beginner Oxford US //ˈjæ// UK //jˈɛh// yeah General-service Informal

interj. a casual way to say 'yes' or show you agree. You use it in spoken English, not in formal writing.

interj. an informal affirmative response or expression of agreement. Used primarily in speech and informal writing; avoided in formal contexts.


SIMPLE

Yeah, I like that idea.

CONTEXTUAL

She nodded and said yeah when he asked if she wanted coffee.

COMPLEX

He gave a hesitant yeah, unsure whether to commit to the plan.

Synonyms
Etymology 1

Colloquial form of yea or yes. Compare nah. yes + -h.

Etymology 2

See year.

Usage

Commonly used as a sentence substitute or a back-channeling signal to show the listener is paying attention.

Pitfall

Yeah, I would like to apply for the executive position.Yes, I would like to apply for the executive position.Using 'yeah' in formal contexts like job interviews or academic writing can appear unprofessional or overly casual.

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