nah

• Interjection informelle exprimant un refus, un désaccord ou une indifférence, souvent avec une nuance de dédain ou de désinvolture.

An informal interjection used as a casual variant of 'no'. It is often used to express disagreement, refusal, or dismissal in a relaxed, non-confrontational, or indifferent manner. It can also imply that something is not worth considering or is unlikely.

1. Casual refusal or disagreementA2informal

   Used to say 'no' in a relaxed and informal way. It is less abrupt than 'no' and often implies a lack of strong feeling or a simple decline of an offer or suggestion.

   Refus ou désaccord décontracté

   • Do you want some more coffee? Nah, I'm good.
   • Are you coming to the party? Nah, I'm too tired.
   • Nah, I don't think so.

2. Expression of skepticism or doubtB1informal

   Used to express doubt about the truth or likelihood of a statement. It suggests that the speaker finds something unlikely or unconvincing.

   Expression de scepticisme ou de doute

   • He said he won the lottery. Nah, right.
   • Is it really going to snow? Nah, it's too warm.
   • Nah, that can't be true.

3. Dismissive or indifferent responseB1slang

   Used to dismiss a topic, idea, or person with a sense of indifference or lack of interest. It signals that the subject is not worth further discussion.

   Réponse indifférente ou de rejet

   • Should we invite him? Nah.
   • Nah, forget it.
   • Is this important? Nah.