How to Say ‘I don't like this’ in German
Das gefällt mir nicht.
💬 Usage Tip: Use the phrase diplomatically; Germans appreciate honesty.
🇩🇪 In Germany: Sometimes used to constructively discuss improvements.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Das
[dahs]
That
A demonstrative pronoun used to indicate a specific thing.
Das ist mein Buch.
That is my book.
gefällt
[geh-FEHLT]
pleases
To give satisfaction or enjoyment.
Das gefällt mir sehr.
I like it very much.
mir
[meer]
me
Used by the speaker to refer to themselves.
Das macht mir Freude.
That gives me joy.
nicht
[nikht]
not
Used to express negation, denial, or refusal.
Er mag das nicht.
He does not like that.
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