What is another word for Shan't?

Pronunciation: [ʃˈɑːnt] (IPA)

"Shan't" is a contraction of "shall not", but it's not the only way to express the same sentiment. There are various synonyms available that can be used instead of "shan't". A few examples include "will not," "won't," "cannot," "couldn't," or "must not." Each of these synonyms delivers a slightly different meaning but can be used to express the same refusal or prohibition as "shan't." "Will not" and "won't" carry the same meaning as "shan't" in a more informal way. "Cannot" refers to not being able to do something while "must not" indicates that one should not do something because it's not the right thing to do.

What are the hypernyms for Shan't?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Shan't

I Shan't be offended, but-but must you speak to me, Dick?
"Jane Oglander"
Marie Belloc Lowndes
I hope I Shan't have to go and appear before a judge-or shall I?
"Jane Oglander"
Marie Belloc Lowndes
But if we don't, we shall have to eat so much that we Shan't need any more for a week.
"The Furnace"
Rose Macaulay

Related words: shant, shan't, shant iz

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