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It's not possible

🇬🇧 UK //ɪts nɒt ˈpɒsəbl// 🇺🇸 US //ɪts nɑt ˈpɑsəbl//

Meaning of It's not possible

Expresses that something cannot happen or be done.

In simple words: It can't be done.

It's not possible in a sentence

• Trying to finish this project overnight is just not possible.
• She argued that it's not possible to change the past.
• In this situation, it's not possible to agree on a solution.
• I told him that it's not possible to meet that deadline.

How to use It's not possible

Use when denying the possibility of something happening. Suitable in both spoken and written contexts but avoid in overly optimistic or hopeful discussions.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Think of 'it's not' as a stop sign for possibilities.

Related words

Collocations with It's not possible

• it's not possible to
• consider it not possible
• declare it's not possible

Synonyms for It's not possible

• impossible
• unachievable
• unfeasible
• inconceivable
• out of the question

Opposites of It's not possible

• it's possible
• definitely
• certainly

Common mistakes with It's not possible

• Omitting the contraction 'it's'.
• Saying 'it is not possible' in very casual situations.
• Confusing with 'it's possible' when negating.

Frequently asked questions about It's not possible

What does It's not possible mean?

It can't be done.

What is the definition of It's not possible?

Expresses that something cannot happen or be done.

How do you use It's not possible in a sentence?

Trying to finish this project overnight is just not possible.

Can you give another example of It's not possible?

She argued that it's not possible to change the past.

What are synonyms for It's not possible?

Common alternatives include impossible, unachievable, unfeasible, inconceivable, out of the question.

What is the opposite of It's not possible?

Opposite meanings include it's possible, definitely, certainly.

What words go with It's not possible?

It commonly pairs with it's not possible to, consider it not possible, declare it's not possible.

What are common mistakes when using It's not possible?

Omitting the contraction 'it's'. Saying 'it is not possible' in very casual situations. Confusing with 'it's possible' when negating.

How do you pronounce It's not possible?

US: //ɪts nɑt ˈpɑsəbl//, UK: //ɪts nɒt ˈpɒsəbl//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use It's not possible?

Use when denying the possibility of something happening. Suitable in both spoken and written contexts but avoid in overly optimistic or hopeful discussions.