ええ

ええ

"ええ" means "yes" or "yeah" (informal affirmation).

'ええ？' expresses surprise, disbelief, or requests confirmation, functioning akin to 'Eh?' or 'What?' in English in inquisitive scenarios.

ええ？ほんとうですか。

Eh? Really?

'ええと' serves as a filler word as the speaker pauses to think, similar to 'Well' or 'Let me see' in English.

ええと、それはですね。

Well, about that, you see...

The word 'ええ' is used here as a casual affirmative response, equivalent to 'Yes' in English. It conveys agreement in a friendly or informal manner.

ええ、分かります。

Yes, I understand.