Idiom idiom
I don’t think so
Meaning
A polite way to say 'no' or to disagree with what someone has said. You can use it as a complete answer to a question.
Examples
“Can I leave early today? I don't think so.”
“He asked if I wanted to work this weekend, but I told him I don't think so.”
“When the manager suggested that the project was ahead of schedule, the lead developer replied, I don't think so, given the current technical delays.”
Last updated April 22, 2026