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

Last Updated: 27.06.2025 07:06

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

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

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

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

How should I handle my co-worker (he’s 15 years older than me) who often subtly belittles me and push his work to me?

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

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

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

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French etiquette simply would advise you not to answer.