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"No" is a form of "no", an adverb which is often translated as "no". "Creer que" is a transitive verb phrase which is often translated as "to think that". Learn more about the difference between "no" and "creer que" below.
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An adverb is a word that describes a verb, an adjective, or other adverbs (e.g., to run quickly, very tired).
adverb
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.
b. not
No está lloviendo.It's not raining.
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.
This refers to an idiomatic word or phrase for which there is no word-for-word translation.
no direct 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.
This refers to an idiomatic word or phrase for which there is no word-for-word translation.
no direct 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!).
interjection
a. no
Quiero que limpies tu cuarto ahora mismo. - ¡No!I want you to clean your room right now. - No!
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creer que(
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A transitive verb phrase is a phrase that combines a verb with a preposition or other particle and requires a direct object (e.g., take out the trash.).
transitive verb phrase
a. to think that
¿Crees que te invitarán a la boda?Do you think that you will be invited to the wedding?
b. to think
Creo que estoy embarazada.I think I'm pregnant.
c. to believe that
Muchos creen que el futuro del planeta y de la especie humana está en peligro.Many believe that the future of the Earth and the human race is in danger.
d. to believe
¿Crees de verdad que el grupo se separará después de esta gira? - Sí, estoy seguro.Do you really believe the band will break up after this tour? - Yes, I'm sure.
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