INTERJECTION

Nein/naɪ̯n/no

Nein is a German interjection that means no. It is pronounced /naɪ̯n/.

Definitions

1.used to express disagreement, answer negatively, or refuse(utterance)

a.no (as a direct negative reply)

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

b.used to contradict or negate a statement

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

Frequently asked questions

What does "Nein" mean in English?
"Nein" means no. 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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