Pronoun · A1 · Spanish glossary

Nada: nothing, anything

nada

Pronunciation: NAH-dah (stress the capital letters)

Nada means “nothing, anything” in English.

Quick answer

Meaning: nothing, anything
How to say it: NAH-dah
Level: Beginner (A1)

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What “nada” means and how to use it

Nada means “nothing.” After a verb, you need “no” before it: no tengo nada.

Examples with audio

No tengo nada en la mano.I have nothing in my hand.
De nada.You are welcome.
Nada es imposible.Nothing is impossible.

Usage tip

Spanish uses double negatives: “no veo nada” (I do not see anything). If nada comes first, no “no” is needed: nada me gusta. “De nada” means “you are welcome.”

Frequently asked questions

How do you say “nothing, anything” in Spanish?

“nothing, anything” in Spanish is “nada.” It is pronounced NAH-dah, with the stress on the syllable in capital letters.

How do you pronounce “nada”?

Say NAH-dah. The syllable in capital letters gets the stress. Press the speaker button at the top of this page to hear it.

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