Of course Meaning in English
expression
ˈəv/ /ˈkɔɹs
uhv-KORS
ˈɒv/ /kˈɔːs
ov-KAWSS
Definition
Used to show agreement, permission, or that something is obvious. It expresses that there is no doubt or that something is expected.
Usage & Nuances
Very common in both spoken and written English. Used to agree, give permission, or emphasize that something is obvious. Sometimes used sarcastically, so tone matters. Do not use it as a direct answer to yes/no questions unless you want to sound strong or friendly.
Spanish: por supuesto - claro - desde luegoPortuguese (BR): claro - com certeza - obviamentePortuguese (PT): claro - com certeza - obviamenteChinese (Simplified): 当然 - 没问题Chinese (Traditional): 當然 - 沒問題Hindi: बिल्कुल - ज़रूर - अवश्यArabic: بالطبع - طبعًا - بالتأكيدBengali: অবশ্যই - নিশ্চয়ইRussian: конечно - разумеется - само собойJapanese: もちろん - 当然Vietnamese: tất nhiên - dĩ nhiênKorean: 물론 - 당연히Turkish: tabii ki - elbetteUrdu: یقیناً - بالکلIndonesian: tentu saja - tentu - pastinya
Example Sentences
Of course, you can borrow my pen.
basic
Will you help me with my homework? Of course!
basic
Is this answer correct? Of course.
basic
A: Can I ask you something personal? B: Of course, go ahead.
natural
They were surprised? Of course they were!
natural
Of course I remember your birthday!
natural