N'aie (en. Don't have)
/nɛ/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
verb
Conjugated form of the verb 'to have' in the second person singular, in the present subjunctive.
You must not be afraid.
Il faut que tu n'aies pas peur.
Used to forbid or advise against doing something.
Do not fear, everything will be fine.
N'aie crainte, tout ira bien.
Expression of a wish or recommendation.
Don’t have a heavy heart, life is beautiful.
N'aie pas le cœur lourd, la vie est belle.
Etymology
The word 'n'aie' comes from the contraction of 'ne' and 'aie', a form of the verb 'to have'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Don't be afraid
Expression used to reassure someone.
N'aie pas peur
Don't be ashamed
Encouragement not to feel guilty or embarrassed.
N'aie pas honte
Don't have regrets
Suggesting not to worry about the past.
N'aie pas de regrets
Related Words
to have
Verb indicating possession or experience.
avoir
negation
Action of denying, not affirming.
négation
fear
Emotion felt in the face of danger.
peur
Slang Meanings
Don’t worry
Don't worry, everything is under control.
N'aie de souci, tout est sous contrôle.
No problem
Do not fear, I will take care of it.
N'aie crainte, je m'en occupe.