δεν λέω να (X)

Translations

• won't/refuses to (do something)
• keeps on (doing something)

Forms

Usage Notes

Always used with δεν (negation) and followed by να + subjunctive

Etymology

Derived from the literal meaning of λέω (to say/tell), evolved to express reluctance or persistence

Cultural Context

Very common in everyday Greek speech to express frustration with persistent situations

• Think of someone saying 'no' repeatedly to emphasize refusal