non
/nɔ̃/adverb★Beginner💡 no
informal
Used to express negation or refusal
Non, je ne suis pas d'accord.
No, I don't agree.
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Often used for emphasis in informal contexts
formal
Used to confirm a negative statement
Vous n'êtes pas prêt ? Non, je ne le suis pas.
You're not ready? No, I'm not.
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Can be used in formal contexts to confirm a negative
Related Phrases
💡Pro Tip
Emphasis
In spoken French, 'non' is often used to emphasize a negative response.
⚡Gold Rule
Formal vs. Informal
'Non' is more common in spoken French, while 'ne...pas' is more formal.
📖Word Origin
From Latin 'non', meaning 'not'
📝Usage Notes
In formal writing, 'non' is often used in legal or administrative contexts to mean 'no' or 'not'. In spoken French, it's commonly used to emphasize negation.
Word Breakdown
non
not
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