![]() ![]() There is nobody here – No hay nadie aquí.Nobody will come to the meeting – Nadie vendrá a la reunión. ![]() The equivalent negative form of “alguien”, this word is used as “nobody”, exclusively for people. I hope there is someone at home – Espero que haya alguien en casa.Could someone help me clean the house? – Alguien podría ayudarme a limpiar la casa?.She is waiting for someone – Ella está esperando a alguien.Specifically used for people, the same way “someone” or “somebody” is used in English. Nothing better than a good coffee – Nada mejor que un buen café.Today is my day off, I will not do anything – Hoy es mi día libre, no haré nada.There’s nothing to eat, we go to a restaurant – No hay nada para comer, vamos a un restaurante.This means “nothing”, but is also used as the negative form of “something” (algo). How many test questions did you answer? I answered them all – Cuántas preguntas del examen respondiste? Las respondí todas.What book do you want to buy? I do not know, I like them all – Qué libro quieres comprar? No se, me gustan todos.These words can also be used to replace a noun when the context is clear. All the flowers are beautiful – Todas la flores son hermosas.Every day on the way to work – Todos los días camino al trabajo.All my life I waited for this moment – Toda la vida esperé este momento.The whole year was great – Todo el año fue genial.When talking about a specific thing, make sure to be aware of how to use the correct Spanish article. Used as “all”, “whole”, “entire” or “everything”. Would you swim with sharks again? Never ever – Volverías a nadar con tiburones? Nunca jamás.These words can be used together as “nunca jamás” which means “never ever”. I never thought that would happen – Jamás pensé que eso pasaría.I have never read that book – Nunca he leído ese libro.Separately, each of these words means “never”. Always brush your teeth before sleeping – Cepilla siempre tus dientes antes de dormir.We will be there for you, remember it always – Estaremos ahí para ti, recuérdalo siempre.It can also be used after a verb that is in the imperative mood. Carlos always leaves work at 4:00 p.m – Carlos siempre sale del trabajo a las 4:00 pm.You can always count on us – Siempre puedes contar con nosotros.Negative procedure – Negativo procedimientoĪ frequency adverb which translates as “always”, and is normally used before the verb.Same idea, except this is a formal and literal word for denial. The exam is tomorrow morning? – Affirmative, at eight o’clock – El examen es mañana en la mañana? – Afirmativo, a las ocho en punto.Affirmative, we have the suspect – Afirmativo, tenemos al sospechoso.Used more commonly as military talk, but also a formal and literal way to affirm. I don’t know when it’s your birthday – No se cuando es tu cumpleaños.Do not drink so much wine, you have to work tomorrow – No tomes tanto vino, debes trabajar mañana.Secondly, it can be placed before a verb to make that verb negative, the same way we use “don’t” or “do not” in English. Do you have money to pay for the taxi? No! I forgot my wallet at home – Tienes dinero para pagar el taxi? No! olvidé mi cartera en casa.Do you want to go with us to the party? No thanks, we’re busy – Quieren ir con nosotros a la fiesta? No gracias, estamos ocupados.The Spanish word “no” is used in two different ways.įirstly, it’s used as a response to a question, just as we use “no” in English. Yes, it’s a good idea – Sí, es una buena idea.Yes, I would love to go with you – Sí, me encantaría ir con ustedes.Make sure to include the accent (‘) on the “i”, otherwise you’ll be saying “si”, which means “if”. If you want to do more than “survive” an interaction with native speakers, you’ll need to learn the most common affirmative and negative words in Spanish.įortunately, we’ve put together an exact list of what you need. Not only are these words universally understood, but when accompanied by some light head nodding, or pointing, both words will assist you in the majority of most situations. Mastering the use of affirmative and negative words in Spanish is an integral step to becoming a more coherent, fluent-like speaker.Īs a beginner, it’s normal that sí and no will be your go-to words on a daily basis. Have conversations faster, understand people when they speak fast, and other tested tips to learn faster. Get our free email course, Shortcut to Conversational.
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