معنی
Something is so insignificant that it doesn't need to be discussed.
زمینه فرهنگی
In Germany, downplaying a favor is a way to avoid 'social debt.' It's a sign of a good, reliable character. Austrians might use 'Gern geschehen' or 'Keine Ursache' more frequently, but 'Nicht der Rede wert' is perfectly understood and used in formal contexts. Swiss German speakers have their own dialect versions, but in High German contexts (like business), this phrase is a staple of Swiss politeness. In the North, people are known for being brief. 'Nicht der Rede wert' fits this 'short and sweet' communication style perfectly.
The Genitive Secret
If you ever forget if it's 'die' or 'der', just remember that 'wert' almost always wants the genitive in these old idioms.
Don't be too humble
If you did something really hard, 'Nicht der Rede wert' can sound like you are fishing for more compliments. Use 'Gern geschehen' instead.
معنی
Something is so insignificant that it doesn't need to be discussed.
The Genitive Secret
If you ever forget if it's 'die' or 'der', just remember that 'wert' almost always wants the genitive in these old idioms.
Don't be too humble
If you did something really hard, 'Nicht der Rede wert' can sound like you are fishing for more compliments. Use 'Gern geschehen' instead.
Regional variations
In Berlin, people might just say 'Passt schon' instead of this longer phrase.
خودت رو بسنج
Which is the correct genitive form for this phrase?
Das war nicht ___ Rede wert.
The phrase 'Nicht der Rede wert' uses the genitive case. Since 'Rede' is feminine, the genitive article is 'der'.
Complete the dialogue with the most appropriate modest response.
A: 'Vielen Dank für deine Hilfe beim Umzug!' B: 'Ach, ___.'
While all are polite, 'Nicht der Rede wert' is the classic way to downplay the effort of a favor.
In which situation would you NOT use 'Nicht der Rede wert'?
Select the inappropriate context:
For major, life-altering events, 'Nicht der Rede wert' sounds dismissive or strangely cold. Use something more emotional.
Fill in the missing word.
Der Preisunterschied ist so gering, er ist kaum der ___ wert.
The idiom specifically uses 'Rede' to mean it's not worth talking about.
🎉 امتیاز: /4
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بانک تمرین
4 تمرینهاDas war nicht ___ Rede wert.
The phrase 'Nicht der Rede wert' uses the genitive case. Since 'Rede' is feminine, the genitive article is 'der'.
A: 'Vielen Dank für deine Hilfe beim Umzug!' B: 'Ach, ___.'
While all are polite, 'Nicht der Rede wert' is the classic way to downplay the effort of a favor.
Select the inappropriate context:
For major, life-altering events, 'Nicht der Rede wert' sounds dismissive or strangely cold. Use something more emotional.
Der Preisunterschied ist so gering, er ist kaum der ___ wert.
The idiom specifically uses 'Rede' to mean it's not worth talking about.
🎉 امتیاز: /4
سوالات متداول
10 سوالIt is neutral. You can use it with your boss or with a stranger on the street.
It's the genitive case. The word 'wert' (worth) triggers the genitive in this specific idiom.
It's better not to. It might sound like you're downplaying the importance of the help too much.
'Gern geschehen' means 'I enjoyed doing it,' while 'Nicht der Rede wert' means 'It was a very small thing.'
Yes, especially in emails when someone thanks you for a quick task.
Yes, adding 'Es ist' makes it a full, grammatically complete sentence.
Yes, it is a standard High German expression used everywhere.
Yes, to say an amount is very small: 'Der Betrag ist nicht der Rede wert.'
Not at all. It is a very modern and common way to be polite.
People will still understand you, but it will mark you as a learner.
عبارات مرتبط
Keine Ursache
synonymNo cause (for thanks).
Gern geschehen
similarDone gladly.
Nichts zu danken
synonymNothing to thank for.
Kein Ding
informalNo thing / No biggie.
