How to Say ‘I don't like this’ in French
Je n'aime pas ça
💬 Usage Tip: Expresses dislike politely.
🇫🇷 In France: Useful for giving feedback on food or experiences.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Je
[zhuh]
I
Refers to oneself.
Je suis ici pour t'aider.
I am here to help you.
n'
[n]
do not
Used to indicate negation.
Je n'en veux pas.
I do not want it.
aime
[ehm]
like
To enjoy or approve of.
J'aime les livres.
I like books.
pas
[pah]
not
Expresses the negation or absence of a fact.
Ce n'est pas vrai.
That is not true.
ça
[sah]
that
Used to identify a specific thing or fact.
Je n'aime pas ça, c'est trop sucré.
I don't like that, it's too sweet.
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