Claro que no
Example: ¿Quieres venir conmigo? Claro que no, tengo trabajo.
Definition
"Claro que no" is a Spanish expression used to firmly and clearly deny or reject something. It conveys a strong negative response, often emphasizing certainty that the answer is no, as in the example phrase: "¿Quieres venir conmigo? Claro que no, tengo trabajo."
Etymology
The phrase "claro que no" literally translates to "clear that no" in English. It combines "claro," meaning clear or obvious, and "que no," meaning that no. The phrase evolved as a straightforward way to affirm a negative, emphasizing clarity and certainty in the refusal.
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"Claro que no" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - Modismos y refranes - (A1) - parte 1", containing 112 commonly used expressions.
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