Synonyms for

Nicht

Verb Another word for nicht — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Nicht is a German word that means 'not' or 'no'. It is used to negate a statement or express negation.

Synonyms & similar words

kein nein nimmer nichts keineswegs keinesfalls

Example sentences

  1. Ich möchte nicht ins Bett gehen. (I don't want to go to bed.)
  2. Das ist nicht mein Buch. (That is not my book.)
  3. Er hat nicht genug Geld. (He doesn't have enough money.)
  4. Nicht alles ist, wie es scheint. (Not everything is as it seems.)
  5. Ich kann nicht schwimmen. (I cannot swim.)

Quotes

  • Nichts ist unmöglich. (Nothing is impossible.)
  • Ich kenne nicht den Schlüssel zum Erfolg, aber den Schlüssel zum Misserfolg: Es allen recht machen zu wollen. (I don't know the key to success, but the key to failure is trying to please everyone.)
  • Man kann nicht immer gewinnen, aber man sollte es zumindest versuchen. (You can't always win, but you should at least try.)

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