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How to Say ‘No, it's not a spinach smoothie.’ in German

Nein, das ist kein Spinat-Smoothie.

nine dahs ist kine shpee-NAHT-SMOO-thee

[nine dahs ist kine shpee-NAHT-SMOO-thee]

Phrase Breakdown

Nein, das ist kein

nine dahs ist kine

no, that is not a

'Nein' (no) is followed by a short pause, then the negation with 'kein'.

Example

Nein, das ist kein Wasser.

No, that's not water.

Words in this phrase

Nein

[nine]

A negative response or denial.

Example

Nein, ich habe keine Lust.

No, I don't feel like it.

das

[dahs]

that / it

Can refer to a thing, item, or dish in front of you.

Example

Was ist das? Das Wort das can mean that or it.

What is that? The word das can mean that or it.

ist

[ist]

A form of the verb 'sein' used for singular subjects.

Example

Für viele Bewerber Ist ein gutes Teamklima entscheidend.

For many applicants, a good team climate is crucial.

kein

[kine]

no / not a

Used with Problem to form the polite phrase Kein Problem.

Example

Kein Problem, wir finden einen neuen Termin.

No problem, we’ll find a new appointment.

Spinat-Smoothie.

shpee-NAHT-SMOO-thee

spinach smoothie

Say 'shpi-NAHT' with a German 'sp' sound ('shp'), then 'Smoothie' as in English.

Example

Der Spinat-Smoothie ist grün.

The spinach smoothie is green.

Words in this phrase

Spinat-Smoothie

[shpee-NAHT-SMOO-thee]

spinach smoothie

A blended drink made with spinach.

Example

Morgens trinke ich einen Spinat-Smoothie.

In the morning I drink a spinach smoothie.

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