jamais

jamais
An adverb is a word that describes a verb, an adjective, or another adverb (e.g., très, gentiment).
adverb
a. never
Vas-tu dire à Cécile que tu connais la vérité ? - Jamais !Are you going to tell Cécile that you know the truth? - Never!
a. never (used in an affirmative sentence)
Nous ne sommes jamais allés à New York.We've never been to New York.
b. ever (used in a negative sentence)
Katia n’oserait jamais te mentir.Katia wouldn't ever dare to lie to you.
a. ever
Ce sont les meilleures lasagnes que j'ai jamais mangées ! Je veux la recette !This is the best lasagna I've ever had! I want the recipe!
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