Expression · A2 · Spanish glossary
Por supuesto: of course
por supuesto
Pronunciation: pohr soo-PWEHS-toh (stress the capital letters)
Por supuesto means “of course” in English.
Quick answer
- Meaning: of course
- How to say it: pohr soo-PWEHS-toh
- Level: Elementary (A2)
What “por supuesto” means and how to use it
Por supuesto means “of course” or “certainly.” It is a stronger, more polite answer than “sí.”
Examples with audio
- ¿Puedes ayudarme? Por supuesto.Can you help me? “Of course.”
- Por supuesto que voy a la fiesta.Of course I am going to the party.
- Por supuesto, con mucho gusto.Certainly, with pleasure.
Usage tip
Similar answers are “claro,” “desde luego,” and “cómo no.” They all show enthusiasm without being too formal.
Frequently asked questions
How do you say “of course” in Spanish?
“of course” in Spanish is “por supuesto.” It is pronounced pohr soo-PWEHS-toh, with the stress on the syllable in capital letters.
How do you pronounce “por supuesto”?
Say pohr soo-PWEHS-toh. 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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