Ce n'est pas
It is not
Language note: Contraction of 'ce ne est pas'.
Culture note: Negatives are crucial in French for clear communication.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Ce
[suh]
It
Used to refer to a general condition or situation.
Ce n'est pas ce que je voulais dire.
It is not what I meant.
n'
[n]
is not
A negation of existence or identity.
Ce n'est pas le bon chemin.
It is not the right path.
est
[eh]
is
The third person singular of the verb 'to be'.
C'est un bon itinéraire.
It is a good itinerary.
pas
[pah]
not
Used to negate a statement or phrase.
Ce n'est pas mon choix.
This is not my choice.
Phrase Parts
Ce
This/That
Used to refer to a specific entity close by or already mentioned.
Ce livre est bleu.
This book is blue.
n'est
is not
The contraction of 'ne est', used for negating 'is'.
Il n'est pas là.
He is not there.
pas
not
A negation word used with 'ne' to say 'not'.
Je ne suis pas d'accord.
I do not agree.
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