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Base noun form. A formal or literary term meaning 'no' or denial, often used in set phrases or as a standalone negation in written Japanese.
Theme
Two friends, Ken and User, are discussing a recent vote at their community center about a new park project. Ken is curious about the outcome.
否
いな
no, the noes
Basics & EssentialsYes/No & Particles
Memory Hook
Think of a strict 'no' sign — a big red circle with a line through it. 'No' sounds like the start of 『否』 (ina, 'no'), so picture that sign to remember it.
Cultural Note
『否』 (ina, 'no') is a formal or literary term for negation, often used in written contexts like legal documents or classical literature, whereas 『いいえ』 (iie, 'no') is more common in everyday speech.
Forms
Base: 否Base noun form. A formal or literary term meaning 'no' or denial, often used in set phrases or as a standalone negation in written Japanese.