Cool MateMeaning of Not a word
In simple words: A phrase used to say something is not real or correct.
Not a word in a sentence
- When he suggested we could fly to the moon in a car, I said, 'That's not a word!'
- She claims to have invented a new color; honestly, that's just not a word.
- The idea that cats can talk to humans? Not a word!
- I'm sorry, but your explanation is just not a word.
- When he asserted gravity was a myth, I replied, 'Not a word!'
How to use Not a word
Used in casual conversations to indicate something doesn't make sense or is incorrect. Slightly sarcastic when used in disputes.
Grammar pattern
standalone phrase
Memory hint
Think of someone dismissing a bad idea with a wave: 'Not a word!'
Related words
Collocations with Not a word
- say not a word
- that is not a word
- is not a word
- don't use that as a word
Synonyms for Not a word
- utter nonsense
- not valid
- untrue
- absurd
- ridiculous
Common mistakes with Not a word
- Used too seriously; often is a playful phrase.
- Confused with 'not a phrase' which is less common.
- Misunderstood as an actual term instead of an idiomatic expression.
Not a word appears in
Not a word in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
ولا كلمة
عبارة تُستخدم لقول إن شيئًا ما ليس حقيقيًا أو صحيحًا.
- GermanDeutsch
Nicht ein Wort
Eine Phrase, mit der man sagt, dass etwas nicht stimmt oder nicht richtig ist.
- SpanishEspañol
No es cierto
Una frase usada para decir que algo no es real o correcto.
- Persianفارسی
اصلا حرفش رو نزن، چرت و پرته
عبارتی که برای گفتن اینکه چیزی واقعی یا درست نیست استفاده میشود.
- FrenchFrançais
Pas un mot
Une phrase pour dire que quelque chose n'est pas vrai ou correct.
- ItalianItaliano
Non ha senso
Un modo per dire che qualcosa non è vero o corretto.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Nada a ver
Uma frase usada para dizer que algo não é real ou correto.
- RussianРусский
Не может быть
Фраза, используемая, чтобы сказать, что что-то нереально или неправильно.
- Urduاردو
کوئی بات نہیں
ایک جملہ جو یہ کہنے کے لیے استعمال ہوتا ہے کہ کوئی چیز حقیقی یا درست نہیں ہے۔
- Chinese中文
胡说八道
用来表示某事不真实或不正确的一个短语。
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Frequently asked questions about Not a word
What does Not a word mean?
A phrase used to say something is not real or correct.
What is the definition of Not a word?
A phrase indicating that something is incorrect or nonsensical.
How do you use Not a word in a sentence?
When he suggested we could fly to the moon in a car, I said, 'That's not a word!'
Can you give another example of Not a word?
She claims to have invented a new color; honestly, that's just not a word.
What are synonyms for Not a word?
Common alternatives include utter nonsense, not valid, untrue, absurd, ridiculous.
What words go with Not a word?
It commonly pairs with say not a word, that is not a word, is not a word, don't use that as a word.
What are common mistakes when using Not a word?
Used too seriously; often is a playful phrase. Confused with 'not a phrase' which is less common. Misunderstood as an actual term instead of an idiomatic expression.
How do you pronounce Not a word?
US: //nɑt ə wɜrd//, UK: //nɒt ə wɜːd//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Not a word?
Used in casual conversations to indicate something doesn't make sense or is incorrect. Slightly sarcastic when used in disputes.