Ne - yo-Meaning, Definition & English Examples
Ne is a French negative adverb meaning not or no. It is often used with pas (e.g., Je ne sais pas – I don’t know) to form negations in sentences.
Definition:
Archaic or poetic form of "not," often used in older texts or dialects.
Synonyms:
not, nay, no
Part of Speech:
adverb
Antonyms:
yes, aye
Common Collocations:
ne'er a word, ne'er do well, ne'er the less
Derivatives:
ne'er, nary
Usage Tips:
Use "ne" in poetic or archaic contexts; avoid in modern speech unless quoting older works.
Common Phrases:
ne'er do well, for ne'er a reason, ne'er the twain shall meet
Etymology:
Derived from Old English "ne," meaning "not," related to German "nicht."
Examples:
- 1. She said ne a word during the meeting.
- 2. Ne shall I ever forget that day.
- 3. He is but a ne'er do well in their eyes.
- 4. Ne doubt crossed her mind as she spoke.