Nah is an informal expression often used in casual conversations to signal a transition, express agreement, or disagreement, or convey a sense of closure. It is versatile and can be employed in various contexts, adding nuance to the conversation.
Sample sentences using “nah”:
- I heard you’re going to the party, nah?
- Nah, I don’t think that’s a good idea.
- You want some pizza? Nah, I’m good.
- Nah, I don’t agree with that statement.
- Can you pass me the remote? Nah, find it yourself.
- I think it’s gonna rain, nah?
- Nah, I don’t really like spicy food.
- Nah, I think we should go the other way.
- You think she’ll come? Nah, probably not.
- Nah, I’m not feeling up to it today.
Synonyms and Indonesian equivalents:
- Nope: Tidak
- No way: Tidak mungkin
- Not really: Tidak terlalu
- Uh-uh: Nggak
- Not at all: Sama sekali tidak
- Negative: Negatif
- Decline: Menolak
- Refuse: Menolak
- Dissent: Menentang
- Disagree: Tidak setuju
Antonyms and Indonesian equivalents:
- Yes: Ya
- Absolutely: Tentu saja
- Sure: Pasti
- Affirmative: Iya
- Indeed: Memang
Words derived from “nah” and Indonesian equivalents:
- Naysayer: Pengkritik (yang selalu) menolak
- Nahsayer: Pengkritik (yang selalu) mengatakan “nah”
Related words and Indonesian equivalents:
- Now: Sekarang
- Nearby: Dekat
- Nevertheless: Meski begitu
- Name: Nama
Phrasal verbs related to “nah” and Indonesian equivalents:
- Brush off: Menolak dengan kasar
- Turn down: Menolak tawaran
- Shut down: Menutup (pilihan atau saran)
Common expressions related to “nah” and Indonesian equivalents:
- Nah-uh: Nggak mungkin
- Nah-huh: Iya, tentu saja
Related idioms and Indonesian equivalents:
- Hit the nail on the head: Mengena tepat pada sasaran
- In a nutshell: Dengan singkat dan jelas