oui

[wee]

adverb

French.

1. yes.

Example Sentences

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."

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

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

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

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The alternative references swimming sensation Léon Marchand: "Marchand! Oui, Marchand!"

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When To Use

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!