🇮🇳 Hindi phrases

How to Say "No" in Hindi

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
नहीं
"No" in Hindi · say it like nahin

The most natural way to say "No" in Hindi is नहीं. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.

Other ways to say it

नहीं जी
used to add politeness in conversation
नहीं यार
casual way to say no among friends

When to use it

Use 'नहीं' when you want to refuse something or indicate disagreement. It is a straightforward way to say no in any context. You can use it in both formal and informal situations.

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Examples in Hindi

HindiEnglish
क्या तुम आओगे? नहीं।Will you come? No.
क्या तुमने खाना खाया? नहीं जी।Did you eat? No, sir.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'नहीं' with 'नहीं है', which is incorrect when simply saying no.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear नहीं, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Hindi with a coach that corrects your pronunciation in real time. You can start with two free conversations.

Frequently asked questions

Can 'नहीं' be used in formal situations?

Yes, 'नहीं' is appropriate in both formal and informal contexts.

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