英語で「終わった」「もうしない」を表す7つの自然な表現｜“any more”と“no longer”の使い分けも解説
In English, there are many ways to say that something is finished or has stopped.
These phrases are useful when talking about habits, jobs, relationships, or even just small daily routines.
In this post, we’ll look at some natural English expressions that show that something has ended.
1. Any More / Anymore
This is used in negative sentences to show that something no longer happens or is no longer true.
Examples:
“I don’t eat meat any more.” (I ate meat before, but now I do not)
“She doesn’t live here any more.” (She lived here before, but now she does not)
Cultural note:
In British English, this is usually written as two words: any more.
In American English, it is often written as one word: anymore.
Both forms are correct, and the meaning is the same.
2. Any Longer
This has the same meaning and use as any more, but it can sound a little more formal. It also appears at the end of negative sentences.
Examples:
“He doesn’t work here any longer.”
“I can’t wait any longer.”
3. No More
This is usually used with nouns, not actions. It means there is none left or something is not allowed or not possible anymore.
Examples:
“There’s no more milk in the fridge.”
“No more talking, please!”
“We have no more time.”
4. No Longer
This is a formal phrase. It goes before the verb, and is not usually used in casual speech.
Examples:
“She no longer wants to continue the project.”
“I no longer have the documents.”
Important: Don’t use “not” and “no longer” together.
❌ “She does not no longer live here.”
✔ “She no longer lives here.”
Cultural note:
“No longer” is often seen in British writing and more formal English.
In casual American speech, people usually prefer “not any more” or “not anymore” to express the same idea.
5. Never Again
This phrase is strong and emotional. It means you will not do something again in the future.
Examples:
“That rollercoaster was so scary. Never again!”
“He said he would never again trust that company.”
It’s useful for expressing a final decision or strong feeling.
6. I’m Done With
This is an informal and emotional phrase. It means you want to completely stop something - a task, a relationship, a situation, etc…
Examples:
“I’m done with this job. I can’t take it anymore. I’m going to quit”
“She said she’s done with dating for a while. She will stay single and focus on her hobbies.”
7. To Be + Over
This phrase is short, clear, and emotional. It means something has finished or ended - often a relationship, event, or experience.
Examples:
“Their relationship is over.”
“The concert is over now.”
This phrase can sound final and serious.
Quick Practice
Choose the best phrase to complete each sentence.
I’m tired of arguing with him. ______.
She doesn’t live in Tokyo ______.
There’s ______ sugar. Can you buy some?
That movie was terrible. I won’t trust your recommendations in the future. ______!
I can’t wait ______. I have to go NOW!
He ______ works for that company. He changed jobs last year.
She said she’s ______ social media. She will start pottery as a new hobby.
Final Thoughts
These phrases are all useful for talking about things that have ended.
Some are formal, some are casual, and some are emotional.
Try to learn how each one works so you can use them naturally in the right situation.
Possible Answers
I’m done with it
any more / any longer
no more
Never again
any longer
no longer
done with