Irish also has no &quot;yes&quot; and &quot;no&quot; also (generally speaking) One has to answer with an affirmative statement. &quot;Do you like tea?&quot; &quot;I do&quot;<p>&quot;Has mary got the message?&quot; &quot;she has&quot;<p>&quot;ooh, it&#x27;s wet outside today&quot; &quot;it is&quot;<p>&quot;Are you happy?&quot; &quot;I am&quot;