Nicht zu
Not to
Language note: A polite way to decline a specific location or direction.
Culture note: Germans are typically direct, so it's okay to specify where you don't want to go.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Nicht
[niHt]
not
Used to negate a statement or word.
Bitte fahren Sie nicht zu schnell.
Please do not drive too fast.
zu
[tsuː]
to
Indicates direction, place, or position.
Wir fahren zu einem Freund.
We are going to a friend.
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