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いや、ダメ
iya, dame
no, that's not okay
「この方法は危険だよ。いや、ダメだ。
"This method is dangerous. No, that's not okay."
informal
A strong refusal or rejection of something, often with a sense of finality or disapproval. Used to firmly deny or oppose an idea, action, or suggestion.
「また遅刻するつもり？いや、ダメだ。
"Are you planning to be late again? No, that's not okay."
「そんなに甘いものを食べるのはいや、ダメだ。
"Eating so many sweets is no, that's not okay."
This phrase is commonly used in casual conversation to express strong disagreement or disapproval. It can be used to refuse a request, reject an idea, or stop someone from doing something.
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Pro Tip
Tone and Context
The tone of "いや、ダメ" can vary from firm to gentle. In formal settings, it's better to use more polite expressions like "それはダメです" (That's not okay).
Gold Rule
Usage in Conversation
This phrase is very common in casual conversation and is used to express strong disagreement or refusal. It can be used to refuse a request, reject an idea, or stop someone from doing something.
Word Origin
The phrase combines "いや" (no, not) and "ダメ" (no good, not okay), both of which are common negative expressions in Japanese. "ダメ" itself comes from the verb "出来る" (to be able to do), with the negative "ダメ" meaning "not able to do" or "not acceptable."
Usage Notes
This phrase is very common in everyday Japanese and is used to express strong disagreement or refusal. It can be used in a variety of contexts, from refusing a request to stopping someone from doing something. The tone can range from firm to gentle, depending on the context and the speaker's intent.
Word Breakdown
いや
no, not
rootダメ
no good, not okay
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