B1 Expression Formal

नहीं, धन्यवाद।

naha thhanayavatha 1

No, thank you.

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Meaning

Politely declining an offer or request.

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Cultural Background

In North India, adding 'Ji' is a sign of respect for elders or superiors. Refusing food is often met with 'just a little bit more'. You may need to repeat 'नहीं, धन्यवाद' firmly.

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Add 'Ji'

Adding 'Ji' before the phrase makes it instantly more respectful.

Meaning

Politely declining an offer or request.

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Add 'Ji'

Adding 'Ji' before the phrase makes it instantly more respectful.

Test Yourself

How do you politely decline an offer in a formal office?

Which is the most appropriate?

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: नहीं, धन्यवाद

Adding 'धन्यवाद' makes the refusal polite and socially acceptable.

🎉 Score: /1

Practice Bank

1 exercises
How do you politely decline an offer in a formal office? Choose A1

Which is the most appropriate?

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: नहीं, धन्यवाद

Adding 'धन्यवाद' makes the refusal polite and socially acceptable.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

Yes, in many social contexts, it can sound blunt. Always add 'dhanyavad'.

Related Phrases

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जी हाँ

contrast

Yes (respectful)

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रहने दीजिए

similar

Let it be

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