How to Say "No" in Pig Latin
Learn how to properly translate "no" and related phrases into Pig Latin
Quick Answer
The word "no" in Pig Latin is:
onay
Standard form (without hyphens)
o-nay
Hyphenated form (for learning)
How it works:
- Start with the word "no"
- Move the first consonant "n" to the end
- Add "ay" to the end
- Optional: Add hyphens for clarity when learning
Examples with "No"
English:
no
Pig Latin:
onay
With Hyphens:
o-nay
English:
NO
Pig Latin:
ONAY
With Hyphens:
O-NAY
English:
No
Pig Latin:
Onay
With Hyphens:
O-nay
English:
no!
Pig Latin:
onay!
With Hyphens:
o-nay!
English:
no way
Pig Latin:
onay ayway
With Hyphens:
o-nay ay-way
English:
oh no
Pig Latin:
ohway onay
With Hyphens:
oh-way o-nay
Try It Yourself
Use our translator below to practice translating "no" and other words into Pig Latin:
Pro Tips:
- Try typing common phrases to see how they transform
- Punctuation will remain in the correct position
- The translation updates instantly as you type
- Use the copy buttons to easily share your translations
- Choose between hyphenated and non-hyphenated formats
Common Phrases with "No"
Saying "No way!"
English: "no way" → Pig Latin: "onay ayway"
Saying "Oh no!"
English: "oh no" → Pig Latin: "ohway onay"
Saying "No thanks"
English: "no thanks" → Pig Latin: "onay anksthay"
Tips for Using "No" in Pig Latin
Maintain Case
If you write "NO" in caps, it becomes "ONAY"
Keep Punctuation
Punctuation stays at the end: "no!" becomes "onay!"
Optional Hyphens
You can add hyphens (o-nay) when learning, but they're not required