Spanish Phrase
No, ya está.
Meaning
Literally “No, it’s already (done/there).” It is a short way to say that nothing more is needed because the task or situation is already complete.
When to use
Use this phrase after someone asks if you need more help, if something is finished, or when you want to confirm that a condition has already been met. It’s common in informal conversation.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Noyaestá
No (negation)
Used at the beginning of a sentence to negate a statement or answer a question.
ya (adverb of time)
Indicates that something has already happened or is already in the desired state.
está (estar, 3rd‑person singular)
The present indicative of estar, used here to describe a temporary state or completion.
🗨In Conversation
¿Quieres que te ayude a montar la mesa?
Do you want me to help you set up the table?
No, ya está.
No, it’s already done.
✕Common Mistakes
No, ya está?
Adding a question mark changes the meaning to a question (Are you sure it’s already done?)
No, ya está todavía.
‘Todavía’ means ‘still’, which contradicts the meaning of ‘ya’ (already).
No, ya estáé.
‘estáé’ is not a word; the correct form is ‘está’.
↔Alternatives
No, ya lo hice.
No, I already did it.
No, ya está listo.
No, it’s already ready.
No, ya está todo preparado.
No, everything is already prepared.
Cultural Tip
‘No, ya está’ is very informal and is usually spoken with a relaxed tone. In many Latin American countries it can also convey a sense of finality, like ‘That’s all there is to it.’ Avoid using it in very formal written contexts; instead opt for a full sentence such as ‘No, ya está terminado.’