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How to say “i don't care” in Spanish

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i don't care

Spanish · Español

rude

Translation

no me importa

Romanization

no me importa

Pronunciation

noh meh eem-por-tah

When to use it

Use this only when setting a boundary or responding to conflict. It can sound confrontational. In Spanish, tone and relationship matter; when unsure, choose a polite version or soften your delivery.

Example

no me importa — a boundary-setting line in a tense conversation for "i don't care".

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FAQ

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How do you say "i don't care" in Spanish?+

You say "no me importa" in Spanish. The romanized form is "no me importa", and a simple pronunciation cue is "noh meh eem-por-tah".

Is this phrase formal or casual?+

This entry is marked as rude. The usage note explains when the phrase is appropriate and when you should soften it.

How do you pronounce it?+

Use "noh meh eem-por-tah" as a learner-friendly pronunciation cue. The romanization is "no me importa".

When should I use it?+

Use this only when setting a boundary or responding to conflict. It can sound confrontational. In Spanish, tone and relationship matter; when unsure, choose a polite version or soften your delivery.