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yes that's correct
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Ludwig's wrap-up
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Human-verified examples from authoritative sources
Exact Expressions
21 human-written examples
The conformist to Blonsky's firebrand is Hayley Hassellhoff – yes, that's correct – as a camper of average looks and proportion who finds herself worshipped as a goddess within this calorie-counting world.
News & Media
(We might be said to be complicit, to which I'd sigh, and respond: yes, that's correct).
News & Media
Yes, that's correct: Don, the show's voice of reason (and Sorkin, one presumes), argues that a person has a moral obligation to believe a man accused of rape over the woman who said he'd raped her, as long as he hasn't been found guilty of rape.
News & Media
"Yes, that's correct".
News & Media
Yes, that's correct to a degree.
News & Media
Correct?" "Yes, that's correct," Mr. Diamond answered.
News & Media
Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources
Similar Expressions
38 human-written examples
MR. SKILLING -- I was aware of the -- yes, that is correct.
News & Media
"We are not going after/shutting down/suing anyone who makes reaction-based content," they said on Facebook, but when asked if they would stop someone making a clip with a name such as "Kids React to Red Bull", they replied: "That is a trademarked show name so, yes, that is correct".
News & Media
The questions have seven answer options, ranging from "yes that is correct" to "no that is not correct".
Science
This particular joke is offensive and racist, so as a good politically correct Unitarian (yes, that's the religion on my dog tags) I only give the set-up and not the punch line.
News & Media
Italian cuisine is Miss America, American cuisine is the combination of Miss California, Miss Oklahoma, Miss Florida, Miss Minnesota, Miss Connecticut, Miss Georgia, Miss Kansas, Miss Maryland and Miss Texas and yes that is the correct list of this year's Miss America's runner-ups.
News & Media
Expert writing Tips
Best practice
Use "yes that's correct" to provide clear and direct confirmation, especially when responding to a question or statement that requires validation.
Common error
Avoid using "yes that's correct" repeatedly in a short span, as it can make your writing sound monotonous. Opt for synonyms like "that is accurate" or "that is right" to add variety.
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "yes that's correct" functions as an affirmative response, confirming the truth or validity of a previous statement or question. It's a direct way of expressing agreement and can be used in a variety of contexts, as shown in Ludwig's examples.
Frequent in
News & Media
60%
Science
20%
Formal & Business
10%
Less common in
Wiki
10%
Encyclopedias
0%
Social Media
0%
Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, the phrase "yes that's correct" serves as an affirmative response, used to confirm the validity of a statement or question. Ludwig highlights its frequent use in News & Media. While grammatically correct and commonly used, it's advisable to vary your language to avoid sounding repetitive, using alternatives such as "that is right" or "precisely". Understanding its function and communicative purpose allows for effective and versatile use in both written and spoken communication.
More alternative expressions(6)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
that is right
Replaces "that's correct" with "that is right", a more formal alternative.
that is accurate
Substitutes "correct" with "accurate", emphasizing precision.
that's right
A shorter, more casual way of saying "that is right".
that's accurate
A shorter, more casual way of saying "that is accurate".
indeed that's right
Adds emphasis with "indeed", signaling strong agreement.
absolutely that's correct
Emphasizes agreement with "absolutely", indicating no doubt.
you are right
Shifts the focus to the person being addressed, acknowledging their correctness.
you're absolutely right
Stresses that the person is correct with no doubt.
precisely that is so
A more formal and emphatic confirmation.
that is so
A simpler way to confirm something.
FAQs
How can I use "yes that's correct" in a sentence?
You can use "yes that's correct" to confirm a statement or answer a question affirmatively. For example, "Is this the right way to the station?" "Yes, that's correct".
Are there any alternatives to "yes that's correct"?
You can use alternatives like "that is right", "that is accurate", or "indeed" depending on the context.
Is it more formal to say "yes that is correct" or "yes that's correct"?
"Yes that is correct" is slightly more formal than "yes that's correct" due to the full form of "is" instead of the contraction "'s".
When is it appropriate to use "yes that's correct"?
It's appropriate to use "yes that's correct" in situations where you need to provide a clear and direct confirmation or agreement. It suits both casual and semi-formal contexts.
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Table of contents
Usage summary
Human-verified examples
Expert writing tips
Linguistic context
Ludwig's wrap-up
Alternative expressions
FAQs
Source & Trust
88%
Authority and reliability
4.5/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested