no
An adverb is a word that describes a verb, an adjective, or another adverb (e.g., très, gentiment).
adverb
a. non
Would you like some more soup? - No, I'm full.Tu veux encore de la soupe ? - Non, je suis rassasié.
a.
This refers to an idiomatic word or phrase for which there is no word-for-word translation.
no direct translation
Dominic's new apartment is no larger than the last one.Le nouvel appartement de Dominic n'est pas plus grand que le précédent.
This novel is over 100 years old, but it's no less compelling than today's bestsellers.Ce roman a plus de 100 ans, mais il n'en reste pas moins captivant que les best-sellers actuels.
An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., grand, petit).
adjective
a. pas de
There's no milk in the fridge.Il n’y a pas de lait dans le frigo.
b. aucun
There's no reason to be afraid.Il n’y a aucune raison d’avoir peur.
a. défense de
The sign says "No parking." You can't leave your car here.Le panneau indique « Défense de stationner ». Tu ne peux pas laisser ta voiture ici.
An interjection is a short utterance that expresses emotion, hesitation, or protest (e.g., Allez !).
interjection
a. non
Kids, it's time to pick up your toys. - No!Les enfants, c'est l'heure de ranger vos jouets. - Non !
A noun is a word that refers to a person, animal, place, thing, feeling, or idea (e.g., femme, chat, maison).
noun
a. le non
(m) means that a noun is masculine. French nouns have a gender, which is either feminine (like la dame or la lune) or masculine (like l'homme or le soleil).
(M)
A word or phrase that doesn't change according to the number or gender of the thing it describes (e.g., les chiens marron).
(invariable)
The bill received 64 noes and didn't pass.Le projet de loi a reçu 64 non et n’a pas été adopté.
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