How do you say "Not far" in French?

"Not far" in French is "Pas loin". This phrase is commonly used in France.

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How to Say ‘Not far’ in French

Q: What does "Pas loin" mean in English?

"Pas loin" means "Not far" in English. Usage tip: [Pas loin] is a very common short way to say [not far], often without any verb in conversation. You can answer location questions this way: [Pas loin], [Pas très loin].

Pas loin

pah lwahn

[pah lwahn]

💬 Usage Tip: [Pas loin] is a very common short way to say [not far], often without any verb in conversation. You can answer location questions this way: [Pas loin], [Pas très loin].

Phrase Breakdown

Pas

[pah]

not

Used in negation, often paired with another word.

Example

Ce n'est pas compliqué.

It is not complicated.

loin

[lwahn]

far

Means far away; with "pas," it means "not far."

Example

La maison n'est pas loin d'ici.

The house is not far from here.

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