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"Don't" is a contraction which is often translated as "no", and "do not" is a phrase which is also often translated as "no". Learn more about the difference between "don't" and "do not" below.
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.
do not(
du
nat
)A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
a. no
I do not know what the answer you're looking for is.No sé cuál es la respuesta que buscas.
You do not have to go ahead with the wedding if you're not sure about it.No tienes que seguir adelante con la boda si tienes dudas.
