This is the 569th most frequent German word.
ja
"Ja" means "yes" in English.
The word 'ja' emphasizes shared knowledge or consensus.
Es ist ja schon spät.
It is already late, as you know.
The word 'ja' is used as an affirmation or agreement.
Ja, ich komme mit.
Yes, I am coming along.
The word 'ja' expresses astonishment or emphasis in this context.