What is nein?

Nein

"Nein" is the German word for "no". It is a fundamental negation used in the German language to express disagreement, refusal, or denial. It is equivalent to the English word "no."

• Usage: "Nein" is used in a wide variety of contexts, just like "no" in English. It can be used as a standalone response to a question, or within a sentence to negate a statement. For example:

  • "Bist du hungrig?" (Are you hungry?) – "Nein." (No.)
  • "Ich bin nein müde." (I am not tired.)

• Formality: "Nein" is a fairly neutral word and can be used in both formal and informal situations.

• Emphasis: To emphasize the negation, one might repeat "Nein!" several times or use intonation to convey a stronger feeling.

Related concepts:

• Affirmation - The opposite of negation.
• German Language - The language where "nein" originates.
• Negation - The linguistic concept that "nein" represents.