معنی
Used to reassure someone that there is no need to be anxious.
زمینه فرهنگی
In Spain, 'No te preocupes' is often followed by 'no pasa nada.' Spaniards tend to be very direct, and this phrase helps soften that directness in social interactions. Mexicans often use 'No te apures' as a synonym for 'No te preocupes.' It literally means 'don't hurry,' but it's used to mean 'don't worry' or 'don't stress.' In Argentina, the 'voseo' (using 'vos' instead of 'tú') changes the stress in many verbs, but for the negative imperative, they still use 'No te preocupes' (though some might say 'No te hagás drama'). In Caribbean dialects, the 's' at the end of 'preocupes' is often aspirated or dropped entirely in casual speech, sounding like 'No te preocupe'.
The 'Usted' Rule
When in doubt, use 'No se preocupe.' It's safer to be too formal than too informal with strangers.
Pairing for Fluency
Native speakers almost always say 'No te preocupes, no pasa nada.' Using both together makes you sound much more natural.
معنی
Used to reassure someone that there is no need to be anxious.
The 'Usted' Rule
When in doubt, use 'No se preocupe.' It's safer to be too formal than too informal with strangers.
Pairing for Fluency
Native speakers almost always say 'No te preocupes, no pasa nada.' Using both together makes you sound much more natural.
Watch the 'S'
Don't say 'No te preocupas.' That 's' vs 'es' difference is the difference between a command and a statement.
خودت رو بسنج
Complete the phrase with the correct reflexive pronoun for a friend.
No ___ preocupes.
'Te' is the reflexive pronoun for 'tú' (informal you).
Which version is the most appropriate for your boss?
Your boss apologizes for a late email. You say:
'No se preocupe' is the formal 'usted' version, appropriate for a boss.
Match the Spanish phrase to its English equivalent.
Match the pairs:
These are the standard translations for the variations of the phrase.
Choose the best response to the apology.
Ana: '¡Ay! He roto tu taza favorita.' Tú: '___, era muy vieja.'
'No te preocupes' is the natural way to dismiss an apology for a broken item.
🎉 امتیاز: /4
ابزارهای بصری یادگیری
بانک تمرین
4 تمرینهاNo ___ preocupes.
'Te' is the reflexive pronoun for 'tú' (informal you).
Your boss apologizes for a late email. You say:
'No se preocupe' is the formal 'usted' version, appropriate for a boss.
هر مورد سمت چپ را با جفتش در سمت راست مطابقت دهید:
These are the standard translations for the variations of the phrase.
Ana: '¡Ay! He roto tu taza favorita.' Tú: '___, era muy vieja.'
'No te preocupes' is the natural way to dismiss an apology for a broken item.
🎉 امتیاز: /4
سوالات متداول
10 سوالNo, it is the opposite! It is a very kind and reassuring thing to say. However, make sure your tone is warm.
You can say it sarcastically, but it's usually better to use other phrases if you want to express that you are upset.
They mean the same thing. 'No te apures' is more common in Mexico, while 'No te preocupes' is universal.
Because it is a negative command, which requires the subjunctive mood in Spanish.
You say 'No te preocupes por mí.'
Yes! 'No se preocupen' (Latin America) or 'No os preocupéis' (Spain).
No, you must include the 'te' or 'se' because the verb is reflexive.
It's a slang version used in Spain, meaning 'don't overthink it' or 'don't worry.'
Yes, but usually in the formal form: 'No se preocupe.'
Sometimes! If someone thanks you for a favor that was no trouble, 'No te preocupes' works well.
عبارات مرتبط
No pasa nada
synonymIt's okay / Nothing happens
Tranquilo
similarCalm down / It's cool
No hay problema
synonymNo problem
No te apures
specialized formDon't worry / Don't hurry
