Expression · A1 · Spanish glossary
Claro: of course
claro
Pronunciation: KLAH-roh (stress the capital letters)
Claro means “of course” in English.
Quick answer
- Meaning: of course; clear
- How to say it: KLAH-roh
- Level: Beginner (A1)
What “claro” means and how to use it
Claro means “of course” as an answer and “clear” as an adjective. “Claro que sí” is a friendly “yes, of course.”
Examples with audio
- ¿Vienes? Claro.“Are you coming?” “Of course.”
- Claro que sí, con gusto.Of course, with pleasure.
- El agua está clara.The water is clear.
Usage tip
As an answer it does not change: claro. As an adjective it agrees: cielo claro, agua clara. “Claro” is also “light” for colors: azul claro.
Frequently asked questions
How do you say “of course” in Spanish?
“of course” in Spanish is “claro.” It is pronounced KLAH-roh, with the stress on the syllable in capital letters.
How do you pronounce “claro”?
Say KLAH-roh. The syllable in capital letters gets the stress. Press the speaker button at the top of this page to hear it.
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