A2 Expression Neutral

अभी नहीं

abhi nahi

Not now

Meaning

Used to indicate that something should not happen at the current moment.

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Cultural Background

It is a polite way to avoid saying a hard 'no' to elders or guests. Often used in business to keep the door open for future deals.

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Tone matters

Use a soft tone to sound polite.

Meaning

Used to indicate that something should not happen at the current moment.

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Tone matters

Use a soft tone to sound polite.

Test Yourself

Which is the best way to say 'Not now'?

How do you say 'Not now'?

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: अभी नहीं

अभी (now) + नहीं (not).

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Practice Bank

1 exercises
Which is the best way to say 'Not now'? Choose A1

How do you say 'Not now'?

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: अभी नहीं

अभी (now) + नहीं (not).

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

No, if said with a smile.

Related Phrases

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बाद में

synonym

Later

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