Definition and meaning of English word "nothing"
nothing
/ˈnʌθɪŋ/
Meaning
NounNot any thing; no thing.
How to use
The noun 'nothing' is often used in everyday conversation to indicate the absence of something. A learner mistake is to use 'nothing' as an adjective, instead use 'none'. For example, 'I have nothing to say' (noun) versus 'I have no money' (adjective).
🇬🇧 English
nothing
Example
I have nothing
He said nothing
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Common phrases
- nothing to lose— no risk
- nothing to say— no comment
- for nothing— in vain
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What does the English word "nothing" mean?▼
The English word "nothing" means "nothing" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "I have nothing" (which translates as "nothing").
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