of course

其他意思

1. adv.

   You say of course to suggest that something is normal, obvious, or well-known, and should therefore not surprise the person you are talking to.[SPOKEN]

   • Of course there were lots of other interesting things at the exhibition

2. You use of course as a polite way of giving permission.[SPOKEN]

   • `Can I just say something about the cup game on Saturday?' - `Yes of course you can.'

3. Of course not is an emphatic way of saying no.[SPOKEN]

   • `You're not really seriously considering this thing, are you?' - `No, of course not.'