Logo

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

10.06.2025 23:52

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

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

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

French etiquette simply would advise you not to answer.

Is using an ambulance really free in countries with universal healthcare, or are there hidden costs like deductibles that people should know about?

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

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

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

What are some of the differences between the Democratic and Republican parties? What policies does each party advocate for? What groups do these parties usually represent?

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