いいえ、ありません
iie, arimasenphrase★Beginner— no, I don't have it
formal
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.'
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This phrase is commonly used in formal and polite contexts to deny possession or experience.
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💡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.
Word Breakdown
いいえ
no
rootありません
do not have/exist
root和英辞典