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"No" is a form of "no", an adverb which is often translated as "no". "No son" is a phrase which is often translated as "they're not". Learn more about the difference between "no son" and "no" below.
no son(
noh
sohn
)A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
a. they're not
Los mellizos se parecen mucho a su padre, pero no son tan altos.The twins look very much like their father, but they're not so tall.
b. aren't
Esos zapatos no son bonitos, aunque parecen muy cómodos.Those shoes aren't beautiful, although they look very comfortable.
a. you're not
No son tan listos como ustedes se creen. A mí no me engañan.You're not so clever as you think you are. You can't fool me.
no(
noh
)An adverb is a word that describes a verb, an adjective, or other adverbs (e.g., to run quickly, very tired).
1. (negation)
a. no
¿Te gustó el concierto? - No, ese estilo de música no me gusta.Did you like the concert? - No, I don't like that style of music.
c. non-
Una organización no gubernamental es una asociación que actúa con independencia del gobierno.A non-governmental organization is an association that operates independently from the government.
a. no direct translation
This refers to an idiomatic word or phrase for which there is no word-for-word translation.
Vamos a la fiesta esta noche ¿no?We're going to the party tonight, aren't we?
Firmaste el contrato ¿no?You signed the contract, didn't you?
a. no direct translation
This refers to an idiomatic word or phrase for which there is no word-for-word translation.
Deberíamos llamarlos ¿no?We should call them, shouldn't we?
Te acompaño ¿no?Why don't I come with you?
An interjection is a short utterance that expresses emotion, hesitation, or protest (e.g., Wow!).
a. no
Quiero que limpies tu cuarto ahora mismo. - ¡No!I want you to clean your room right now. - No!
