General
ni modo
What does ni modo mean?
Expresses resignation, like 'oh well' or 'it can't be helped'.
"Ni modo, será para la próxima."
Origin
Literally 'no way/manner'; idiom of acceptance.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'ni modo' mean?
It expresses resignation, like 'oh well' or 'it can't be helped'.
How do you use 'ni modo'?
You say it when accepting something you can't change, e.g. 'Ni modo, será para la próxima' — oh well, maybe next time.
What does 'ni modo' literally mean?
Literally it's 'no way/manner', but idiomatically it signals acceptance that nothing can be done.
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