yeah, nah
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English
[edit]Alternative forms
[edit]Interjection
[edit]- (Australia, New Zealand) A polite expression of either agreement or disagreement (clarified by following speech): can be used to denote conclusion of cursory difference(s) of opinion between speakers ("yeah-nah, he's a top bloke at the end of the day"), and/or perceived escalations of discord ("yeah-nah, I can, however, see where you're coming from").
Usage notes
[edit]- Although this expression seems oxymoronic, the yeah is more of an affirmation of the original question than a positive answer.