मुझे नहीं लगता कि ऐसा होगा।
mujhe nahin lagta ki aisa hoga.
I don't think it will happen.
Meaning
Expressing doubt or disbelief about a future event.
Cultural Background
In North India, this phrase is often used with a slight head tilt to show empathy while disagreeing. In offices, this is a standard way to push back on unrealistic deadlines without being rude.
Use the 'ki' particle
Always include 'ki' to connect the opinion to the event.
Don't use 'Main'
Avoid 'Main' at the start; it sounds unnatural.
Meaning
Expressing doubt or disbelief about a future event.
Use the 'ki' particle
Always include 'ki' to connect the opinion to the event.
Don't use 'Main'
Avoid 'Main' at the start; it sounds unnatural.
Test Yourself
Choose the correct Hindi phrase for 'I don't think so'.
Which is correct?
The dative construction 'Mujhe lagta hai' is the standard way to express opinion.
Complete the sentence.
मुझे नहीं लगता कि ____ होगा।
The phrase 'aisa hoga' means 'this will happen'.
🎉 Score: /2
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
2 exercisesWhich is correct?
The dative construction 'Mujhe lagta hai' is the standard way to express opinion.
मुझे नहीं लगता कि ____ होगा।
The phrase 'aisa hoga' means 'this will happen'.
🎉 Score: /2
Frequently Asked Questions
2 questionsYes, but change the verb tense in the second clause.
No, it is a very polite way to disagree.
Related Phrases
मुझे शक है
synonymI have doubts.
शायद नहीं
similarMaybe not.
