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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.
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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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