Example: Je pense que non, il ne viendra pas demain.
Definition
"Je pense que non" is a French expression used to indicate a negative response or disagreement with a previous statement or question, meaning 'I think not.' It conveys doubt or denial about something happening or being true.
Translations
I think not
Pienso que no
Ik denk van niet
Penso que no
Ich denke nicht
Etymology
The phrase "Je pense que non" comes from the French language, where 'je' means 'I,' 'pense' is the first person singular of 'penser,' meaning 'to think,' and 'que non' translates to 'that no.' Together, they form a polite way to express disagreement or negation. Did you know? This phrase is often used in everyday conversation to soften a refusal or negative opinion.
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