Merci, mais je ne peux pas – “Thank you, but I can't” in French | MotiTan Dictionary

Meaning

Thank you, but I can't.

When to use it

A grateful but definite way to decline. It suits polite refusals of invitations or requests.

Example dialogue

Tu viens à ma fête ce soir ?

Are you coming to my party tonight?

Merci, mais je ne peux pas.

Thank you, but I can't.