How to Say ‘Of course.’ in Portuguese
Claro que sim.
KLAH-roo kuh seeng
[KLAH-roo kuh seeng]
🇵🇹 In Portugal: This is friendly and positive, but in Portugal people may still expect the practical detail right after it, like when and where. Claro que sim often means willingness, not that the plan is fully settled.
Phrase Breakdown
Claro
[KLAH-roo]
of course
A very common word to show agreement, certainty, or enthusiasm.
Claro, envio-lhe o meu contacto ainda hoje.
Of course, I'll send you my contact today.
que
[kuh]
that
Often used in expressions like claro que sim to reinforce the statement.
Acho que podemos colaborar bem.
I think that we can collaborate well.
sim
[seeng]
yes
Affirmative response used alone or in set expressions like claro que sim.
Sim, tenho disponibilidade na terça-feira.
Yes, I am available on Tuesday.
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