🇬🇧🇪🇸 nothing - nada : English Lesson

Meaning of "nothing" ("nada"), detailed definition, and a short video lesson below.

Nothing is a word we use when there is no thing — zero things, empty space, or the absence of anything. People sometimes say “nothing” when they don’t want to answer a question, but usually, that means something is going on!

Watch and listen to this English flashcard to understand the word in more detail, with an easy example sentence.

I opened the fridge hoping for a snack, but nothing was waiting for me except disappointment.

I told my dog to guard the house, and when I got back, he had done nothing… except take a long nap.

My teacher asked if I had done my homework, and I proudly held up a paper with absolutely nothing on it.

I did nothing all day… and somehow, I’m still tired.

I told my friend I was doing nothing, and he said, “Can I join?”

A boy opens a small box. There is nothing in the box. He looks under the box. There is nothing under the box. He looks in the bag. There is nothing in the bag. He thinks there is nothing more. He feels sad and says, "Nothing here." His sister puts a cookie in the box. He smiles and hugs her.

This word is at the A1 level, which means it is one of the first words you learn when starting English. It’s commonly used in everyday conversations and helps you communicate basic ideas like greetings, family, or daily activities.

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