Non, merci.
No, thank you.
Language note: Combining 'non' and 'merci' courteously declines an offer.
Culture note: Politeness in refusals is appreciated in French culture.
Context: You inform them that you do not want anything to eat.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Non
[noh]
No
Used to refuse or decline politely.
Non, merci, je n'ai pas faim.
No, thank you, I am not hungry.
merci
[mehr-see]
Thanks
Used to express gratitude even when declining.
Non, merci pour le dessert.
No, thank you for the dessert.
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