いいよ
ii yo
Description
「いいよ」は、なにかをたのまれたときに「オッケー」とゆるすときや、はんたいに「けっこうです」とことわるときに、どちらもつかえるとてもべんりなことばです。
"いいよ" is a very useful word that can be used both to say "okay" when asked for something and to politely decline by saying "no, thank you."
こえのちょうしやばめんで、いみがかわるので、あいてのようすをよくきいてつかいましょう。
The meaning of "いいよ" changes depending on the tone of voice and situation, so listen carefully to the other person's mood when using it.
Meanings
いいよii yo
sure; okay; that's fine (giving permission)
手伝おうか?ーうん、いいよ。
Shall I help you? - Yeah, that's fine.
いいよii yo
no thanks; it's fine (declining politely)
おかわりは?ーもういいよ。
More helpings? - No, I'm good.
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Notes
- Form
いいよ = adjective いい (good/fine) + sentence-final particle よ.
- Nuance
casual and friendly; tone decides whether it means acceptance or gentle refusal.
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