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"Of course" in Spanish: claro
claro
Of course in Spanish is claro. Claro is the warm everyday yes. Claro que sí adds extra emphasis.
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How to pronounce claro
Say it
KLAH-roh
/ˈkla.ɾo/
Claro stresses the first syllable: KLAH-roh. Keep both vowels clear and short.
"Of course" in Spanish: quick reference
| Spanish | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| claro | of course Default spoken reply. | Default spoken reply. |
| claro que sí | of course yes Stronger agreement. | Stronger agreement. |
| por supuesto | of course / certainly Slightly more formal. | Slightly more formal. |
| claro que no | of course not Clear refusal. | Clear refusal. |
How to use claro in real life
- 1Lending a charger
¿Puedo usar tu cargador? — Claro.
Can I use your charger? — Of course.
Short claro works as a full answer.
- 2Helping a classmate
Claro, te explico el ejercicio.
Of course, I'll explain the exercise.
Claro opens a helpful offer.
- 3Confirming attendance
¿Vienes a la fiesta? — Claro que sí.
Coming to the party? — Of course.
Claro que sí adds warmth.
Mistakes English speakers make with claro
Incorrect: Claro que (alone as a full answer)
Correct: Claro. / Claro que sí.
Claro que needs sí or no after it. Alone, say claro.
Incorrect: Clara (agreeing as a man)
Correct: Claro.
As an of-course reply, claro stays masculine. Clara is a name or adjective.
Good to know
Claro is softer than a barked sí. Flat tone can sound reluctant. Por supuesto fits emails and polite service talk.
Try it in a ChatPal conversation
Borrowing a pen in class
ChatPal
¿Me prestas un lápiz?
Can you lend me a pencil?
You
Claro. Toma este.
Of course. Take this one.
ChatPal
¿Tienes otro? — Claro que sí.
Do you have another? — Of course.
You
Aquí tienes. De nada.
Here you go. You're welcome.
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FAQ
Common questions about "Of course" in Spanish
Claro or por supuesto?
Claro is casual. Por supuesto sounds a bit more formal.
Does claro change for gender?
Not as this reply. Keep claro when you mean of course.
How do I say of course not?
Claro que no.
Can claro mean clear?
Yes as an adjective. Context shows which sense.
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