Oui Definition & Meaning

Definition

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oui American [wee] / wi /

adverb

French.

1. yes.

Usage

What does oui mean? Oui is the French term for yes.Oui is used in English, particularly in America and the United Kingdom, when someone wants to imitate the French, whether in a positive or negative way. Often, oui is said with a genuine or false French accent, depending on whether the speaker is imitating the French in positive or negative manner.Example: Would I like to visit France? Oui!

Example Sentences

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“Oui, monsieur Un peu,” I answered, telling him that I spoke French a little bit.

From Literature

Camille Goyette-Gingras, who heads the organization OUI Quebec, said the strong poll numbers reflect the fact that people view the separatist struggle as "a project of hope."

From Barron's

After years of small plates and coastal Mediterranean, we’re saying oui to butter, béarnaise and bistro culture.

From Salon

After a long pause, several voices said, “Oui.”

From Slate

"Marchons! Oui, marchons!" is the original.

From BBC

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