Pas question
Example: Pas question de sortir sans mon manteau aujourd'hui.
Definition
"Pas question" is a French expression used to firmly deny or refuse something, meaning 'no way' or 'out of the question.' It is often used to emphasize that a particular action or idea is absolutely not allowed or acceptable, as in the phrase 'Pas question de sortir sans mon manteau aujourd'hui.'
Etymology
The expression "Pas question" literally means 'no question' in French. It originated from the negation of the idea being even considered as a question, implying that the matter is not open for discussion. Did you know? Its use reflects a strong refusal by turning the concept of questioning into an impossibility.
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