yoʻq
/joq/
The English word 'no' is translated into Uzbek as yoʻq.
The particle yoʻq is used to show disagreement or negation, such as answering a question with 'no'. Additionally, it is used to express the non-existence or absence of something, functioning like the English phrases 'there is no' or 'there are no'.
Meaning: used to show disagreement or negation (particle)
Which one should you use?
While yoʻq serves as a direct answer for 'no', it is also the standard way to negate the existence of a noun within a sentence.
Related words
How does it change in a sentence?
In addition to being a direct response, yoʻq functions as a way to negate the presence of a noun. The related noun hech is used for negating expressions.
How do you pronounce it?
/joq/
When do people say it?
If you need to say 'I'm sorry, but no', you can use the phrase Kechirasiz, lekin yo'q. You might also encounter Bilmayman, which means 'I don't know' and can be used to express a sense of 'maybe not'.
Did you know?
- In an Uzbek marketplace, saying yoʻq to a price is often just the first step in a ritual of bargaining rather than a final refusal to buy.
- The word yoʻq is a direct cognate with the Turkish word yok. This allows speakers of these two languages to recognize the same word for 'no' or 'non-existent' across thousands of miles.
- In some contexts, repeating yoʻq multiple times, such as yoʻq, yoʻq, yoʻq, is not just for emphasis but can be used to express strong disbelief or a 'no way' sentiment.
Examples in context
- Bu sahifada hozircha hech qanday matn yoʻq.There is currently no text in ths page.This sentence shows how to use yoʻq to indicate that something is not present.
- Ismingiz Muhammadmi? – Yo'q, ismim Umar.Is your name Muhammad? – No, my name is Umar.
- Yoʻq, men buni bilmayman.No, I don't know this.
- U kela oladimi? Yoʻq.Can he come? No.
Example conversation
Madina and Temur are discussing a plan for the evening.
- MadinaBugun parkka boramizmi?Shall we go to the park today?
- TemurYoʻq, bugun juda issiq.No, it is very hot today.
- MadinaErtaga boramizmi?Shall we go tomorrow?
- TemurHa, ertaga vaqtim bor.Yes, I have time tomorrow.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “no” translations and entries yoʻq, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries yoʻq, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Wiktionary CC BY-SA 4.0.
