How to Say "No" in Khmer
The most natural way to say "No" in Khmer is ទេ. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.
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When to use it
Use 'ទេ' when you want to simply say no to a question or offer. It is appropriate in both casual and formal situations. You can use it to refuse an invitation or disagree with a statement.
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Examples in Khmer
| Khmer | English |
|---|---|
| អ្នកចង់ទៅទេ? | Do you want to go? No. |
| តើអ្នកចង់ញុំាអាហារនេះទេ? | Do you want to eat this food? No. |
The fastest way to remember it
Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear ទេ, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Khmer with a coach that corrects your pronunciation in real time. You can start with two free conversations.
Frequently asked questions
When should I use 'ទេ'?
'ទេ' is used to directly refuse or disagree in most situations.
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