N'est-ce pas ?
Don't you?
Language note: Often used at the end of sentences to seek agreement or confirm a statement.
Culture note: Frequently used in everyday French conversation to engage and connect with the listener.
Context: They ask if you're aware of your complimenting skills.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
N'
[[neh-suh]]
Isn't
A contraction of 'is not'.
C'est une belle soirée, n'est-ce pas ?
It's a lovely evening, isn't it?
est
[[eh]]
it
Refers to subject of the sentence or phrase.
Le soleil est chaud, n'est-ce pas ?
The sun is warm, isn't it?
-ce
[[suh]]
this
Refers to a particular thing.
Ce baffant oiseau, n'est-ce pas ?
This fascinating bird, isn't it?
pas
[[pah]]
not
Negates the verb that follows.
Cette chanson est géniale, n'est-ce pas ?
This song is great, isn't it?
Phrase Parts
N'
neh
isn't
'N'' is a contraction of 'ne', used for negation.
N'ayez pas peur.
Don't be afraid.
est-ce
eh
is it
'Est-ce' is used in forming questions, meaning 'is it' or 'isn't it'.
Est-ce correct ?
Is it correct?
pas
pah
not
'Pas' is used for negation, meaning 'not'.
Je ne sais pas.
I do not know.
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