Ah, oui... pour votre affaire,
About your question...
Language note: Starting with 'Ah, oui...' is typical in conversation to acknowledge prior discussion.
Culture note: Politeness in acknowledging someone before addressing their inquiry is typical in French culture.
Context: Finally, the concierge addresses Amélie's original purpose.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Ah
[Ah]
Ah
An exclamation expressing various emotions.
Ah, je comprends maintenant.
Ah, I understand now.
oui
[wee]
yes
An affirmative response.
Oui, je veux bien.
Yes, I would like that.
pour
[poor]
for
Indicating purpose or reason.
C'est pour toi.
It's for you.
votre
[voh-tr]
your
Belonging to or associated with the person or people being addressed.
Votre livre est intéressant.
Your book is interesting.
affaire
[ah-fehr]
affair
A matter or situation.
Son affaire est compliquée.
His affair is complicated.
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