English Words of Consent & Agreement, Part II

"Yes" and "no" are some of the first words you learn in any language, but there are many different ways to say you agree to something. Today we'll continue with the second installment of the topic  "English words of consent and agreement." Check out Part I first if you missed it!

I agree with that, I really do.

Caption 36, Ask Jimmy Carter: Interview with Robin Williams

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Usually the verb "agree" is used as a way of confirming a statement that somebody has made that suggests a condition or a course of action. You can also simply say "Agreed."

We'd like his table, please. As you wish, sir.

Captions 22-23, Oscar® Nominated Short Films: The Absent-Minded Waiter with Steve Martin

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The phrase "as you wish" (or "as you like") confirms that you agree to carry out to a request. It doesn't necessarily mean that you agree with what is being requested. The phrase is sometimes used in cases where you may even have initially objected to the request. Imagine a conversation between a business owner and an accountant: "I want to fly first-class to the meeting." -"That will be too expensive for the budget." -"No, I insist I fly first-class." -"As you wish."

Let's say this: He is the star of the movie. -It's hard to disagree with that.

Captions 32-33, Uma Thurman: Kill Bill

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Saying it's "hard to disagree" with something is a good way to agree with something that may be true only in a figurative way. In the example above, the interviewer makes the argument that because of his good work directing, the director Quentin Tarantino is "the star of the movie," although he didn't actually play an acting role in it.

Oh boy, that is one tasty dish! -I'll say.

Caption 3, A Mickey Mouse Cartoon: Goofy's First Love

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This is an odd way of saying "I agree." It probably comes from "I would say the same thing too." When spoken, the emphasis is on "I'll."

That story is awesome. -Indeed.

Caption 48, Parks and Recreation: Best of Ron & April

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"Indeed" is a confirmation that is basically the same as "Yes, it is."

You have to do what you have to do. -Sure! No problem.

Captions 75-76, Side by Side: Beginners Have to / can

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"Sure" is the same as saying "yes," and "no problem" also works on its own as a way of confirming something or agreeing with something.

Further Learning
Look up the above words and phrases on Yabla English to see them used in different contexts.