of course
of coursephrase
UK/əv ˈkɔːs/US/əv ˈkɔːrs/
YES
A1used to say yes politely or strongly
- Yes, of course I'll help you.
- Of course you can stay with us.
EXPECTED
A2used to show that something is not surprising or is already known
- Of course, the bus was late again.
- He was tired, of course, after the long flight.