Yes facts for kids

Yes is a common English word that people use to show they agree with something, accept an idea, or give a positive answer. It's the opposite of the word "no."

What Does "Yes" Mean?

The word "yes" is used in many different ways every day. When someone asks you a question, saying "yes" means you are giving a positive reply. For example, if a friend asks, "Do you want to play a game?" and you say "yes," it means you want to play. It can also be used as an exclamation, like "Yes! We won the game!" to show excitement.

"Yes" in Music

The word "Yes" is famous in the world of music, especially because of a well-known band:

• Yes (band): This is a very popular progressive rock band from the United Kingdom. They are known for their long songs, complex music, and interesting lyrics.
  • The Yes Album: This was one of their early and very successful albums, released in 1971. It helped them become famous.
• There are also other albums and songs with "Yes" in their titles, like:
  • Yes! by Chad Brock, which includes the song "Yes!"
  • "Yes" by McAlmont and Butler.

Other Uses of "Yes"

Beyond music, "Yes" is used in many other areas:

• Yes (movie): This is a movie directed by Sally Potter.
• yes (Unix): This is a special command used on computers that run the Unix operating system. It simply prints the word "yes" over and over again.
• yes (Israel): This is a company in Israel that provides satellite television services.
• YES Network: This is a TV channel in the United States that broadcasts sports games, especially for the New York Yankees baseball team and the New Jersey Nets basketball team.
• YES! Magazine: This is an American magazine that focuses on positive solutions to big problems in the world.
• Yes! Roadster: This is a type of sports car made in Germany.
• YES Prep Public Schools: This is a group of special public schools called charter schools in Houston, Texas, in the United States.
• Yale Entrepreneurial Society: This is a group at Yale University that helps students who want to start their own businesses.
• Youth Empowerment Scheme: This is a charity in Belfast, Northern Ireland, that helps young people.

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In Spanish: Yes para niños