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How to say “didn’t” in Chinese with 没有 (méiyǒu)

没有 (méiyǒu) + Verb

Negation of past actions with "没有 (méiyǒu)"

HSK 1Verb phrases

Rule structure

To negate actions in the past, 没有 (méiyǒu) + Verb is used. In spoken language, 有 (yǒu) is often omitted.

Examples

我昨天没有看电视。

Wǒ zuótiān méiyǒu kàn diànshì.

I didn't watch TV yesterday.

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Frequently asked questions

How do you express “Negation of past actions with "没有 (méiyǒu)"” in Chinese?

Use the structure: 没有 (méiyǒu) + Verb. For example: 我昨天没有看电视。 — “I didn't watch TV yesterday.”.

What is an example sentence with this grammar rule?

我昨天没有看电视。 — “I didn't watch TV yesterday.”.

Which HSK level includes this grammar rule?

This grammar rule is part of HSK 1.

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