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/Sounds like the English word "no" (same pronunciation) + "ehs" (as in "egg") + "TAHR" (as in "tar") + "EHL" (as in "egg") + "OHR" (as in "oh") + "noh" (as in "note") + "PAH" (as in "park") + "rah" (as in "rapper") + "BOH" (as in "boat") + "yohs" (as in "yoke")/

Meaning

Not being a good time to ask for something or bring up a sensitive topic. It's said when the atmosphere or someone's mood isn't right for discussing certain things.

Examples

It's not a good time to talk to the boss today.

Wait a while, it's not the right moment.

Regional synonyms

A lollipop in Argentina and Uruguay, the classic candy on a stick they gave you as a kid when you behaved at the doctor's office. Pure childhood nostalgia from the River Plate.