Yes, in Portuguese

Cracking the Code: “Yes, in Portuguese”

Ah, the joy of a crossword puzzle! That satisfying click of the pen as you fill in a blank, the thrill of deciphering a cryptic clue, the moment of triumph when the final square is conquered. But sometimes, even the most seasoned cruciverbalist can be stumped.

This week’s perplexing puzzle brought me face-to-face with a clue that sent me scrambling for my Portuguese dictionary: “Yes, in Portuguese.”

Now, I’m no expert in the language of Fernando Pessoa and Luís de Camões, but I knew this was a common word, likely one I’ve encountered before. But my brain was stuck in a linguistic loop. I tried “sim,” “si,” even “claro” (which is closer to “of course” than a simple yes).

Feeling the pressure of the unsolved grid, I decided to tap into the collective wisdom of the internet. A quick search revealed a plethora of possible answers, each with its own justification and level of confidence.

So, fellow cruciverbalists, join me on this linguistic journey as we explore the nuances of “yes” in Portuguese and unravel the mystery behind this crossword clue. Will it be a simple and straightforward answer? Or are we in for a more complex linguistic puzzle? Let’s dive in!

Available Answers:

SIM.

Last seen on the crossword puzzle: NY Times Crossword 27 Jul 24, Saturday