N’aime (en. Don't like)
/nɛm/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
verb
Expresses the lack of affection or pleasure towards something or someone.
He doesn’t like chocolate.
Il n’aime pas le chocolat.
Refutes the appreciation of an activity or interest.
She doesn’t like going out in the evening.
Elle n’aime pas sortir le soir.
Indicates an opposition to something.
We don’t like this movie.
Nous n’aimons pas ce film.
Etymology
The word 'n’aime' comes from the verb 'aimer' with the negation 'ne'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
doesn’t like spinach
Refuse to eat spinach.
n’aime pas les épinards
he doesn’t like being disturbed
He prefers solitude and calm.
il n’aime pas être dérangé
we don’t like lies
We do not tolerate lies.
on n’aime pas les mensonges
Related Words
like
To feel affection or appreciation for something.
aimer
hate
To feel a strong aversion to something.
détester
Slang Meanings
Not my vibe
This movie is not my vibe, I don’t like it.
Ce film, c'est pas le kiffe, je n'aime pas.
Not my cup of tea
This kind of music is not my cup of tea.
Ce genre de musique, c'est pas ma tasse de thé.