δε μου δίνει τίποτα

verbal phrase neutral
Translations
  • gives me nothing
  • doesn't give me anything at all
Literal Translation

not to-me gives nothing

Forms
δε μου δίνει τίποταδεν μου δίνει τίποτα
Usage Notes

Double negative construction common in Greek, unlike English

Etymology

Common emphatic negation construction in Greek using double negative

Cultural Context

Frequently used expression of complete denial or refusal

Commonality

80%

Guessability

60%

Mnemonics

  • Think of 'δε(ν)' and 'τίποτα' as bookends of complete negation

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