Meaning & Definition of word "Ne"
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Ne
niː
adverb:
- 1. A particle used in negative constructions, often meaning 'not'.
- Example: I ne want to go to the store today.
- 2. Used in some dialects to emphasize a negative experience or condition.
- Example: He ne felt more tired than before after the long journey.
conjunction:
- 1. Used in some dialects to mean 'nor' or 'neither'.
- Example: She ne could see him, nor could she hear him.
pronoun:
- 1. A variant of 'he', used in some dialects.
- Example: Ne went to the park yesterday.
Etymology
From Middle English, variant of 'not'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
ne pas:
not
neither here nor there:
irrelevant
ne ver:
never
Related Words
nae:
not at all
nay:
no
Slang Meanings of ne
Meaning: Used among friends to imply disbelief or sarcasm.
Example Sentence: He thinks he can beat me, ne!
Meaning: Expression of frustration or annoyance.
Example Sentence: Ne, I can’t believe you did that!