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What is the more common way to say "you're welcome" in French: “De rien” or “Pas de problème”?

12.06.2025 02:50

What is the more common way to say "you're welcome" in French: “De rien” or “Pas de problème”?

“Il n’y a pas de quoi” . It is friendly and can be slightly familiar but it’s informal and acceptable.

“De rien” is not correct although it is often heard. Avoid it. It should be “Ce n’est rien”.

“c’est un plaisir” or “avec plaisir” “c’est mon plaisir” is polite.

Have you ever accidentally seen your mother-in-law doing something that was private to her?

If you want to answer to a person saying “merci” you can say also:

French etiquette simply would advise you not to answer.

“Pas de problème” is common and sounds uneducated. It’s often used though.

Do you regret being married to your current wife?

“ je t’en prie/ je vous en prie” .It is polite.