How to Say "Not Again" in French

pas encore

/pa.z‿ɑ̃.kɔʁ/

The English phrase "not again" is translated into French as pas encore.

pas encore is used to express frustration when an event or situation is repeating itself.

Meaning: frustration at repeated event (intj)

How do you pronounce it?

/pa.z‿ɑ̃.kɔʁ/

The French use of encore to mean 'still' or 'again' is partly a semantic loan from the German word noch.
In certain contexts, French speakers might use encore alone as an exclamation of annoyance, similar to how English speakers say 'Still!' or 'Again!'

Oh non, pas encore !
Oh no, not again!
This sentence shows how to use pas encore with an exclamation of dismay.
Tatoeba #1233964 by sacredceltic, translation #1553095 by marcelostockle
Pas encore !
Not again!
This sentence demonstrates the use of pas encore as a standalone exclamation.
Tatoeba #6576611 by GB3, translation #656772 by orbpic
Pas encore ! Regarde ces deux-là s'embrasser. Ils ont vraiment quelque chose l'un pour l'autre. Je ne peux plus regarder ça.
Not again! Look at those two kissing. They've really got the hots for each other. I can't watch this any more.
This sentence illustrates how to express frustration at a repeated sight using pas encore.
Tatoeba #394416 by Scott, translation #32707 by magnificentgoddess

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