いいえ
Meanings
Interjection
Usually written in kana
1. no
2. you're welcome; not at all; don't mention it
Pitch accent
い
いえ
Top 1300
Examples (29 in total)
No, it doesn't hurt.
No, I didn't write it.
No, I haven't written it yet.
No, I'm not well.
No, but I'm thirsty.
No, but I play tennis.
"Do you speak German?" "No, I don't."
No, I suppose not.
"Did you kiss her?" "No, I didn't kiss her."
"Does she have a dog?" "No, she doesn't."
No, but I'm a bit chilly.
No. You have to buy it at the ticket office.
Please answer yes or no.
No, I'm not a teacher. I'm just a student.
"Have the children arrived yet?" "No, none has come yet."
No. I have been looking for them for more than one hour.
"Is there any sauce left?" "No, there is none."
"Would you like any more?" "No, I've had enough."
No. I went to Guam once on my honeymoon.
"Are those your books?" "No, they aren't."
I have never heard her say 'No'.
"Is he by the car?" "No, he is in the car."
"Will you have another cup of coffee?" "No, thank you."
No, he has gone out for lunch already.
"May I take this umbrella?" "No, you may not."
It is difficult to keep up a conversation with someone who only says "yes" and "no".
Please don't limit your opinions just to 'Yes' or 'No'.
"Are you a model? Or an actress?" "No. I'm just a student."
"Do you have a driver's license?" "No, but I have a learner's permit."