Level B1 (Intermediate)
Today, we’re looking at the French interjection “Bah ouais!” This informal phrase combines “bah” and “ouais” (a casual “yes” or “yeah”). It’s used to emphasize something obvious.
Meaning
Pronunciation with IPA
Example sentences
Related lesson
Meaning
“Bah ouais!” is an informal French interjection. It translates to “yeah” in English and serves as a slang equivalent of “oui” (yes). This phrase is primarily used to emphasize something obvious or to express clear agreement.
Pronunciation
Example sentences
Est-ce que tu pense que la conjugaison des verbes est importante ?
– Bah ouais ! C’est essentiel pour apprendre la langue !
Do you think the conjugation of verbs is important? – Yeah! It’s essential for learning the language!
This second sentences uses partir, which translates to “to leave”. Students often confuse this verb with sortir (to go out). Se dépêcher is a reflexive verb meaning “to hurry”.
Est-ce qu’on part ce matin ? – Bah ouais ! Dépêche-toi !
Are we leaving this morning! Yeah! Hurry up!
Related lessons words to “Bah ouais!”
- Oui yes
- D’accord okay, agreed
- Hein (interjection)
- C’est ça that’s it, that’s right
- Évidemment obviously
- Bah non well no
