Here's how it works:
* "Ne" is always followed by a second word (usually a verb, but sometimes another negative word like "rien" or "jamais").
* Together, they form a complete negation.
Examples:
* "Je ne mange pas" (I don't eat)
* "Elle ne vient pas" (She's not coming)
* "Il ne faut pas le faire" (You shouldn't do it)
So, "ne" doesn't have a meaning on its own. Its meaning is derived from its combination with another word to create a negative sentence.
