No thank you

/noʊ θæŋk juː/ phrase

Definition

A polite way to say you don't want something when it's offered to you.

Etymology

This combines 'no' for refusing with 'thank you' to stay polite even when saying no.

Kelly Says

Sometimes you don't want more juice or another toy, and that's okay! Saying 'no thank you' shows you're being respectful even when you don't want something.

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