French Phrase
Oui, c'est ça.
Meaning
This phrase is a common way to confirm information or agree with a statement. It literally translates to 'Yes, it is that', but functions as a versatile affirmation in conversation to signify that someone has correctly understood or identified a specific point.
When to use
Use this when someone asks for confirmation or when someone correctly summarizes a point you have made. It is suitable for both formal and informal contexts.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Ouic'estça
C'est
A contraction of the demonstrative pronoun 'ce' and the verb 'être', used to identify or describe something.
Ça
A shortened, informal version of 'cela', meaning 'that' or 'it' in this context.
🗨In Conversation
Alors, on se retrouve à huit heures ?
So, we are meeting at eight?
Oui, c'est ça.
Yes, that's right.
✕Common Mistakes
Oui, c'est ce.
The pronoun 'ça' is required here; 'ce' cannot stand alone as an object in this context.
Oui, est ça.
In French, you must include the subject pronoun 'c'' before the verb 'est' to form 'c'est'.
↔Alternatives
Exactement
Exactly
C'est exact
That is correct
Tout à fait
Quite so / Absolutely
Cultural Tip
In casual French, speakers often omit the 'Oui' and simply say 'C'est ça' to confirm a point. Using this phrase frequently as a backchanneling signal shows that you are actively listening and engaged in the conversation. It is one of the most common ways to sound more like a native speaker.