そうです

sou desu
Polite

Translations

1. that's right
2. it is so

Notes

The expression 'そうです' is often used in polite conversation to confirm or agree with a statement. It is a common response in daily interactions.

Examples

はい、そうです。

Hai, sou desu.

Yes, that's right.

かれは学生学生がくせいですか? はい、そうです。

Kare wa gakusei desu ka? Hai, sou desu.

Is he a student? Yes, he is.