How to say “No” in Koine Greek
The most common way to say “no” in Koine Greek. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
οὔ
oú
Frequently asked
How do you say "No" in Koine Greek?
"No" in Koine Greek is "οὔ". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "οὔ" written in Koine Greek?
Koine Greek uses the Greek alphabet, an alphabet. "οὔ" is the standard left-to-right written form.
How do you pronounce "οὔ" in Koine Greek?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "οὔ" pronounced by a native-style synthetic voice. For practice, repeat the phrase out loud immediately after listening — the rhythm and stress are usually what trips learners up, not the individual sounds.
What does "οὔ" mean in English?
"οὔ" is the Koine Greek way of saying "No" in English. It's used in everyday conversation in roughly the same situations as the English original.
Are there formal or informal ways to say "No" in Koine Greek?
Many languages — including Koine Greek — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "οὔ" is the most broadly understood form; for register-specific variants, use the full translator above with your exact sentence.