ei kai

Finnish

Interjection

ei kai

  1. Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see ei,‎ kai. "probably not", "I guess not"
  2. (colloquial) not even (used to express strong disbelief, disappointment or disapproval)
    Synonyms: ei ole totta, eikä
    Kuulin, että tämän iltainen esitys haluttiin peruuttaa. -- Ei kai!
    I heard they wanted to cancel the show tonight. -- Not even!
  3. (colloquial, sarcastic) duh, no duh
    Alternative form: no ei kai
  4. (colloquial) don't tell me
    Ei kai tänään ole maanantai.
    Don't tell me today is Monday.

Usage notes

The meaning depends on the tone of voice.

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