Korean · Greetings & Phrases
아니요
Aniyo
No
Beginnerinterjection
Definition
A polite negative answer.
Example
커피 드릴까요? — 아니요, 괜찮아요.
Shall I get you coffee? — No, I am fine.
Etymology
'아니요' is the negative response form of '아니다' (anida), meaning 'to be not.' It represents a direct negation and has been a staple in Korean discourse for affirming negative statements.
How & Where It’s Used
'아니요' is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts to express disagreement. It is predominantly spoken, appearing in various conversational settings.