INTERJECTION

nein/naɪ̯n/no; not at all

nein is a German interjection that means no or not at all. It is pronounced /naɪ̯n/.

Definitions

1.word used to give a negative response or to refuse(negation; response)

a.used as an answer meaning 'no' to a question or offer

Willst du noch einen Kaffee? – Nein, danke.Do you want another coffee? – No, thank you.

b.used to express refusal or disagreement

Nein, das stimmt nicht.No, that's not correct.

Frequently asked questions

What does "nein" mean in English?
"nein" means no or not at all. It is a German interjection.
How do you pronounce "nein"?
"nein" is pronounced /naɪ̯n/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
What part of speech is "nein"?
"nein" is a interjection in German.

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