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"Doesn't" is a contraction which is often translated as "no", and "don't" is a contraction which is also often translated as "no". Learn more about the difference between "doesn't" and "don't" below.
doesn't(
duh
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zihnt
)A contraction is a shortened form of a word or group of words made by omitting a sound or letter (e.g., don't).
1. (does not)
a. no
Lucy doesn't eat eggs.Lucía no come huevos.
My friend doesn't talk much.Mi amigo no habla mucho.
don't(
dont
)A contraction is a shortened form of a word or group of words made by omitting a sound or letter (e.g., don't).
a. no
Don't tell me. I don't want to know.No me lo digas. No lo quiero saber.
What time is it? - I don't know. I don't have a watch.¿Qué hora es? - No sé. No tengo reloj.
