particle “no”
- expression of disagreement or rejection
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Can I borrow your phone? No, I'm using it right now.
- confirmation of a negative statement or question
Haven't we met before?" "No, I don't think so.
determiner “no”
- zero amount or not even a single one
There were no survivors in the accident.
- very little or almost none
He is very skilled, so he can do it in no time.
- not allowed (e.g. "no smoking")
No smoking on the train, please!
- not really a (followed by a noun)
That car is no luxury vehicle, but it gets the job done.
adverb “no”
- not, not at all (with following adjective)
This puzzle is no easier than the last one we did.
noun “no”
singular no, plural nos or uncountable
- a word indicating disagreement or refusal
When asked if he had taken the money, his no was firm and unwavering.