What does ㄴㄴ (no no) mean?
- ㄴㄴno no
Nope / no no
Casual: friends and people younger than you
ㄴㄴ (no no) means "nope" or "no no" in Korean texting. It is short for 노노, the Korean spelling of the English "no no".
Where it comes from
ㄴ is the first consonant of 노 (no). Typing it twice is a fast way to write 노노.
How to use ㄴㄴ
Use ㄴㄴ to say no to a question, turn down an offer, or say "no worries, it's fine". For example, ㄴㄴ 괜찮아 is a quick "nah, it's fine".
It sounds light and friendly, not harsh, but it is still very casual. Send it to friends only. For someone you speak politely to, use 아니요.
Like other abbreviations, more letters add emphasis. ㄴㄴㄴㄴ is a strong "no no no", often with a joking or panicked tone.
Examples
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Friend offers to pay you back
Friend asks if you have eaten
Friend guesses the wrong answer
Other ways to say it
| Korean | Meaning | When |
|---|---|---|
| 노노 | No no | The full typed version. |
| 아니 | No | The normal casual word. |
| 아니요 | No | Polite version. |
| ㄴㄴ 괜찮아 | Nah, it's fine | Very common combination. |
Questions learners ask
What does nn mean in Korean texting?
"nn" is ㄴㄴ typed on an English keyboard or written in English letters. It means 노노, "no no" or "nope".
Is ㄴㄴ rude?
No, it usually sounds light. But it is very casual, so only use it with friends.
How do I say yes in the same style?
Use ㅇㅇ (from 응, "yeah") or ㅇㅋ ("OK").