evet vs tabii
Turkish word comparison
Listen to evet
Listen to tabii
| evet | tabii |
|---|---|
/e-VET/ interjection | /tah-BEE/ interjection |
| yes; an affirmative response | of course; naturally — an affirmative that implies willingness or that something is obvious |
How they differ
While 'evet' is a neutral affirmative, 'tabii' conveys that the speaker considers the request natural, expected or that they are happy to comply; it is stronger and more voluntary than a plain 'evet.'
When to use each
When to use evet: Use 'evet' for straightforward yes answers or when you want to remain neutral.
When to use tabii: Choose 'tabii' when you want to express eagerness, assurance, or that agreeing is obvious or no problem.
Side-by-side examples
- Evet, yarın gelebilirim.
(Yes, I can come tomorrow.) - Tabii, yarın seve seve gelirim.
(Of course, I'd gladly come tomorrow.)
Register & nuance: Neutral to informal; widely used in spoken language and polite contexts, sometimes with 'tabii ki' for emphasis.