还没到。

Use it as a standalone answer or at the end of a sentence. It is short and punchy. You don't need complex grammar here. If someone asks if you are finished, just say 还没到. It implies that the action is in progress. You are telling them to be patient. It’s like the verbal version of a loading bar on your computer.

You will use this daily. Use it when your friend asks if you've reached the restaurant. Use it when your boss asks if the deadline has passed. It’s perfect for checking the time. If it’s 2:50 and you meet at 3:00, it’s 还没到. It’s also great for tracking packages. We all spend too much time checking those tracking numbers, right?

Don't use this for things that will never happen. It implies the event *will* eventually occur. If you are refusing an invitation permanently, this isn't the right choice. Also, avoid using it for 'I haven't done it' regarding a task; 还没做 is better for that. Using 到 specifically suggests a destination or a point in time. Don't use it to sound overly formal in a legal contract.

Chinese culture often emphasizes patience and the process. Saying 还没到 is a neutral way to manage expectations. It isn't seen as rude or dismissive. In fast-paced cities like Shanghai, you'll hear this constantly from delivery drivers. It is the heartbeat of a society that is always on the move. It reflects a mindset of 'almost there.'

You can add 呢 at the end to sound softer. 还没到呢 sounds more friendly and less like a blunt rejection. If you are in a rush, you might just say 还没. If you want to emphasize how far away something is, add 还远着呢. This adds a bit of flavor to your daily interactions. It makes you sound much more like a local.