Pronoun · A2 · Spanish glossary
Nadie: nobody, no one
nadie
Pronunciation: NAH-dyeh (stress the capital letters)
Nadie means “nobody, no one” in English.
Quick answer
- Meaning: nobody, no one
- How to say it: NAH-dyeh
- Level: Elementary (A2)
What “nadie” means and how to use it
Nadie means “nobody” or “no one.” After a verb, you add “no” before it: no veo a nadie.
Examples with audio
- No hay nadie en la oficina.There is nobody in the office.
- Nadie sabe la respuesta.Nobody knows the answer.
- No conozco a nadie aquí.I do not know anyone here.
Usage tip
When nadie comes before the verb, no “no” is needed: nadie viene. After the verb, include “no”: no viene nadie.
Frequently asked questions
How do you say “nobody, no one” in Spanish?
“nobody, no one” in Spanish is “nadie.” It is pronounced NAH-dyeh, with the stress on the syllable in capital letters.
How do you pronounce “nadie”?
Say NAH-dyeh. 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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