Pronunciation: [jˈɛsiːz] (IPA) 
The word "yeses" is spelled with two "s"s at the end because it is a plural. The IPA phonetic transcription for "yeses" is /ˈjesɪz/. The "y" sound is pronounced /j/, followed by the short "e" sound /ɛ/. The final "s" sound is pronounced as /z/ instead of /s/ because it follows a vowel sound, which causes the final "s" to be voiced. Therefore, the plural of "yes" is spelled as "yeses" and pronounced as /ˈjesɪz/.
Yeses is the plural form of the noun "yes," which refers to positive responses or affirmations. It is derived from the word "yes," which is an affirmative word used in response to a question or statement implying agreement, confirmation, or acceptance. In many languages, including English, "yes" is one of the most basic and commonly used words to express agreement or acknowledgment.
When used in the plural form, "yeses" refers to multiple instances of affirmative responses. It represents a collection or accumulation of positive answers, indicating approval or consent.
The term "yeses" can be used in various contexts, such as personal interactions, professional settings, or formal occasions. It signifies agreement, compliance, or acceptance of a proposition, request, or invitation. For example, if a person receives multiple replies agreeing to their invitation, they can say, "I received many yeses from my friends."
The plural form "yeses" highlights the idea of multiple positive responses, exemplifying a collective repetition of agreement or affirmation. It suggests a positive consensus or outcome in a given situation or among a group of individuals. The use of "yeses" in conversation or writing emphasizes the positive acknowledgment of a statement or question, reinforcing agreement or acceptance.
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The word "yeses" is formed by adding the plural suffix "-es" to the word "yes". The etymology of "yes" traces back to Old English, where it was spelled as "gēse" or "gīse". It ultimately derives from the Proto-Germanic word "jes", which means "to be agreeable" or "to be fitted". This Proto-Germanic root is related to similar words found in other Germanic languages like Old Norse "jā" and Gothic "ja". Over time, the word "yes" evolved in Middle English to its current form and usage. The plural form "yeses" follows the regular grammatical rule for forming plurals by adding "-es" to nouns ending in an "-s" sound.
