όχι

This is the 53rd most frequent Greek word.


όχι

The Greek word "όχι" means "no" in English.


'Όχι' is used here as a direct negation to express refusal.

Όχι, δεν θέλω να πάω στο πάρτι.

No, I don't want to go to the party.


'Όχι' is used in dialogue to directly answer a question negatively.

Τον είδες εχθές; Όχι, δεν τον είδα.

Did you see him yesterday? No, I didn't.


'Όχι' is used here as part of the phrase 'όχι μόνο' to introduce a contrastive or additional statement.

Όχι μόνο διάβασε το βιβλίο, αλλά έγραψε και μια κριτική.

Not only did he read the book, but he also wrote a review.