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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