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"Don't" is a contraction which is often translated as "no", and "I'm not" is a phrase which is often translated as "no soy". Learn more about the difference between "don't" and "I'm 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.
I'm not(
aym
nat
)A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
a. no soy (indicating an inherent characteristic)
Hi Dad! How are you? - I'm not your dad.¡Hola papá! ¿Cómo estás? - No soy tu papá.
b. no estoy (indicating a temporary condition)
Let's go to the party, okay? - I'm not ready.Vamos a la fiesta, ¿no? - No estoy listo.
An interjection is a short utterance that expresses emotion, hesitation, or protest (e.g., Wow!).
