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How to Say ‘Yes, there is.’ in Japanese

はい、あります。

hai ari masu

[hai]

💬 Usage Tip: A clear, polite answer: [はい] “yes,” plus [あります] “there is.” Simple and reassuring.

🇯🇵 In Japan: Museum staff often answer briefly first, then add directions right after.

Phrase Breakdown

はい

hai

[hai]

yes

Used to answer positively in a polite way.

Example

はい、あります、と答えます。

I answer, 'Yes, there is.'

あります。

there is; exists

Used for the existence of inanimate things or objects.

Example

はい、あります。

Yes, there is.

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