No in Tagalog

“No” in Tagalog is “Hindi” – the most common way to express negation or refusal in Filipino conversations. This simple yet essential word forms the foundation of negative expressions in the language. Let’s explore its usage, variations, and practical examples below.

[Words] = No

[Definition]:

• No /noʊ/
• Adverb: Used to give a negative response or to indicate refusal or disagreement.
• Determiner: Not any; used to indicate the absence of something.
• Exclamation: Used to express shock, disbelief, or emphatic denial.

[Synonyms] = Hindi, Huwag, Ayaw, Wala, Hindi po (polite form)

[Example]:

• Ex1_EN: No, I don’t want to go to the party tonight.
• Ex1_PH: Hindi, ayaw kong pumunta sa party ngayong gabi.
• Ex2_EN: There is no water left in the bottle.
• Ex2_PH: Wala nang tubig sa bote.
• Ex3_EN: No, thank you, I already ate lunch.
• Ex3_PH: Hindi na po, salamat, kumain na ako ng tanghalian.
• Ex4_EN: No one believed his story about the incident.
• Ex4_PH: Walang naniwala sa kanyang kuwento tungkol sa insidente.
• Ex5_EN: No, you cannot use your phone during the exam.
• Ex5_PH: Hindi, hindi mo maaaring gamitin ang iyong telepono sa panahon ng pagsusulit.