What is the more common way to say "you're welcome" in French: “De rien” or “Pas de problème”?
Last Updated: 19.06.2025 00:33
“Pas de problème” is common and sounds uneducated. It’s often used though.
“Il n’y a pas de quoi” . It is friendly and can be slightly familiar but it’s informal and acceptable.
“ je t’en prie/ je vous en prie” .It is polite.
If you could instantly cancel one social norm, what would it be?
French etiquette simply would advise you not to answer.
“c’est un plaisir” or “avec plaisir” “c’est mon plaisir” is polite.
If you want to answer to a person saying “merci” you can say also:
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“De rien” is not correct although it is often heard. Avoid it. It should be “Ce n’est rien”.