Meaning
Used to deny the truth of a statement.
Cultural Background
In Spain, people are very direct. 'No es verdad' is common and not seen as rude. Mexicans often use 'No es cierto' more frequently than 'No es verdad' to sound slightly softer. Argentines might use 'Mentira' very casually among friends.
Tone matters
Use a calm tone to avoid sounding aggressive when correcting someone.
Meaning
Used to deny the truth of a statement.
Tone matters
Use a calm tone to avoid sounding aggressive when correcting someone.
Test Yourself
Complete the sentence.
_____ que el examen sea hoy.
The phrase must start with the negation.
🎉 Score: /1
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercises_____ que el examen sea hoy.
The phrase must start with the negation.
🎉 Score: /1
Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsNot if you use a neutral tone.
Related Phrases
No es cierto
synonymIt is not certain/true
¡Qué va!
similarNo way!
