I'm afraid not, I won't be able to make it to the party.
think not
Frequency:
60
%
I think not, it's too risky to try.
expect not
Frequency:
50
%
I expect not to receive any help from him.
believe not
Frequency:
45
%
I believe not that he will come to the meeting.
hope not
Frequency:
35
%
I hope not, it would be a disaster if it happens.
Idiomatic Expressions for afraid not
Phrase: Afraid not
Meaning: A more casual version of 'I'm afraid not', used in informal situations to convey a negative response.
Usage: When a friend asks if you want to go out tonight and you don't, you can simply reply with 'Afraid not.'