2016/03/22
Natural expressions: "not really" as a polite way to say "no"


As a short answer to a yes/no question, you can say "not really" to basically answer "no," but in a softer, more polite way.

For example:

Kay: "Do you like romance movies?"
Michael: "Well, not really. But sometimes romantic comedies are okay."

Here, it might sound too strong or too negative if Michael just answers, "No!" - especially if Kay loves romance movies! By answering with "not really," Michael communicates his "no" answer in with a less direct, more gentle tone.


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