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Vincent Teo Posted 9 years ago
Grammar

Yes, I do

Look at the situation below:


A Do you want to go to the library with me?

B (i) Yes, I do

(ii) Yes, I would love to.

Are both answers accepted?

  

Top answer

Yes, both are grammatically correct. However, (i) seems a bit formal and may sound a bit unfriendly in some contexts. It is considered polite to use something less abrupt, but there's nothing wrong with it and in certain situations it may convey someone's intentions more accurately.

  • Yes, both are grammatically correct.
  • However, (i) seems a bit formal and may sound a bit unfriendly in some contexts.
  • It is considered polite to use something less abrupt, but there's nothing wrong with it and in certain situations it may convey someone's intentions more accurately.
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Yes, both are grammatically correct. However, (i) seems a bit formal and may sound a bit unfriendly in some contexts. It is considered polite to use something less abrupt, but there's nothing wrong with it and in certain situations it may convey someone's intentions more accurately.

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