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nah

interj.
A2 Elementary US //ˈnɑ// UK //nˈɑː// nah Informal
Definition

interj. a casual way to say no. You use it in relaxed conversations with friends.

interj. an informal negative response used in spoken English. It replaces 'no' or 'no, it is not' in casual contexts.


SIMPLE

Do you want coffee? Nah, thanks.

CONTEXTUAL

She asked if I wanted to go out, but I said nah because I was tired.

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