そうだ
sou da
Casual
Translations
1.
that's right
2.
I hear that
Notes
The phrase 'そうだ' can be used to express agreement or realization, similar to saying 'that's right' in English. It can also be used to indicate hearsay, as in 'I hear that'. The context of the conversation will often determine the intended meaning.
Tags
#agreement
#hearsay
#casual speech
Examples
そうだ、あの店に行こう。
Sou da, ano mise ni ikou.
That's right, let's go to that store.
そうだ、彼が言っていた。
Sou da, kare ga itte ita.
I hear that he said it.