Signification
A negative answer denying permission to someone.
Contexte culturel
Americans often use 'I'm afraid not' to soften the blow. British speakers might use 'I'm afraid you can't' to be polite.
Tone matters
Add a smile if you want to be less harsh.
Signification
A negative answer denying permission to someone.
Tone matters
Add a smile if you want to be less harsh.
Teste-toi
Complete the sentence.
A: Can I go to the party? B: ____, you can't.
The phrase is 'No, you can't'.
🎉 Score : /1
Banque d exercices
1 exercicesA: Can I go to the party? B: ____, you can't.
The phrase is 'No, you can't'.
🎉 Score : /1
Questions fréquentes
1 questionsIt depends on your tone.
Expressions liées
I'm afraid not
similarPolite refusal