ay
Translation
yes
Examples
Ay, it's a fine day indeed.
Ay, it's a fine day indeed.
Grammar Patterns
((interjection)) an expression of assent (archaic/dialectal) Ay, it's a fine day indeed.
Similar Words
Synonyms: yes, aye
Etymology
Middle English, a variant of 'aye' or 'yea'.
Memory Tips
An old-fashioned way of saying 'yes'. It sounds like the letter 'I', as in 'I agree'. Often heard in pirate films.