Danish · Greetings & Phrases

Ja

Yes

Beginnerinterjection

Definition

An affirmative answer.

Example

Er du studerende? — Ja.

Are you a student? — Yes.

Etymology

'Ja' is derived from the Old Norse 'já', which means 'yes'. This term has remained consistent through the evolution of the Scandinavian languages.

How & Where It’s Used

'Ja' is frequently used in both spoken and written forms to express agreement or affirmation in all contexts, both formal and informal.

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