Used to give a negative answer, refuse a request, or disagree with something. The opposite of 'yes'.
Interjection and determiner. As a negative answer: 'No, thank you.' As a determiner: 'There is no milk left.' 'No' before a noun means 'not any'. 'No way!' means absolutely not. Say 'no, thank you' (not just 'no') to be polite when refusing.
In English-speaking cultures, saying 'no' directly is generally acceptable and considered honest. However, the British often soften 'no' with phrases like 'I'm afraid not' or 'Not really'. Saying 'no, thank you' when declining food or drink is considered polite.
Example Sentences
"""Can we talk about this?" "No, I'm too upset.""
🇯🇵 "「このことについて話せますか？」「いいえ、動揺しすぎています。」(""Kono koto ni tsuite hanasemasu ka?" "Īe, dōyō shi sugite imasu.")"
"""Are you feeling better?" "No, I still have a lot of pain.""
🇯🇵 "「気分は良くなりましたか？」「いいえ、まだ痛みがひどいです。」(""Kibun wa yoku narimashita ka?" "Īe, mada itami ga hidoi desu.")"