'없어' is the informal (반말) form of '없다', used to express non-existence or lack of something.
Nuances
- Expresses both absence and emotional lack
- Informal, not suitable for formal situations
- Covers both non-existence and lack of possession
When to use
daily conversation, talking with friends, expressing feelings
In context
'없어' is used in informal speech (반말), typically among close friends or family. It follows the subject and describes a state of non-existence or lack, e.g., '돈이 없어' (I have no money).
