いいえ、ありません
「この本を持っていますか？」 「いいえ、ありません。」
'Do you have this book?' 'No, I don't have it.'
A polite negative response indicating the lack of something or the inability to do something.
「この映画を見ましたか？」 「いいえ、ありません。」
'Have you seen this movie?' 'No, I haven't.'
「このレストランに行ったことがありますか？」 「いいえ、ありません。」
'Have you been to this restaurant?' 'No, I haven't.'
This phrase is commonly used in formal and polite contexts to deny possession or experience.
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Polite Negative Response
Use 'いいえ、ありません' to politely deny possession or experience in formal contexts.
Gold Rule
Politeness in Japanese
Japanese often uses polite phrases like 'いいえ、ありません' to maintain respect and courtesy in conversations.
Word Origin
Combination of 'いいえ' (no) and 'ありません' (do not have/exist).
Usage Notes
This phrase is a polite way to say 'no' in response to a question about possession or experience. It is commonly used in formal and polite contexts.