Signification
A polite response to 'Thank you'.
Contexte culturel
Politeness is often expressed through 'negative' constructions—denying that a favor was a burden. This is seen as more humble than 'positive' politeness. In the Moldavian region, you might hear 'N-aveți de ce' more frequently. It means the same thing but uses a different preposition. In cities like Bucharest, 'Cu plăcere' is becoming more common among younger generations, but 'N-aveți pentru ce' remains the standard for professional respect. In Transylvania, politeness can be even more elaborate, often followed by 'Să fiți sănătos' (May you be healthy).
The 'Oricând' Add-on
Add 'oricând' (anytime) at the end to sound like a pro: 'N-aveți pentru ce, oricând!'
The Hyphen Matters
In writing, always use the hyphen in 'N-aveți'. Writing 'Naveți' is a common spelling error.
Signification
A polite response to 'Thank you'.
The 'Oricând' Add-on
Add 'oricând' (anytime) at the end to sound like a pro: 'N-aveți pentru ce, oricând!'
The Hyphen Matters
In writing, always use the hyphen in 'N-aveți'. Writing 'Naveți' is a common spelling error.
Eye Contact
When saying this to an elder, a small nod of the head adds a lot of respect.
Teste-toi
Choose the correct formal response to 'Vă mulțumesc pentru ajutor!'
Vă mulțumesc pentru ajutor!
'N-aveți pentru ce' is the correct formal response using the 'dumneavoastră' form.
Fill in the missing word in this formal interaction.
— Mulțumesc mult! — N-______ pentru ce!
The formal contraction is 'N-aveți'.
Match the phrase to the correct person you are talking to.
To whom would you say 'N-aveți pentru ce'?
You use 'N-aveți pentru ce' with people you address formally, like a professor.
Complete the dialogue in a polite way.
Client: Vă mulțumesc pentru cafea! Chelner: ___________, vă mai așteptăm!
A waiter (chelner) would use the formal 'N-aveți pentru ce' with a client.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Ways to say You're Welcome
Formal
- • N-aveți pentru ce
- • Nu aveți pentru ce
Informal
- • N-ai pentru ce
- • Pentru nimic
Warm/Friendly
- • Cu plăcere
- • Cu drag
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesVă mulțumesc pentru ajutor!
'N-aveți pentru ce' is the correct formal response using the 'dumneavoastră' form.
— Mulțumesc mult! — N-______ pentru ce!
The formal contraction is 'N-aveți'.
To whom would you say 'N-aveți pentru ce'?
You use 'N-aveți pentru ce' with people you address formally, like a professor.
Client: Vă mulțumesc pentru cafea! Chelner: ___________, vă mai așteptăm!
A waiter (chelner) would use the formal 'N-aveți pentru ce' with a client.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsNo, it's perfect. It shows you respect their service.
No, that would mean 'For what?' and sound very rude or confused.
'Cu plăcere' means 'With pleasure'. 'N-aveți pentru ce' means 'No thanks needed'. Both are fine, but 'N-aveți' is slightly more formal.
You can write 'N-aveti pt ce' or just 'npc'.
Yes, it is universally understood and used across all regions.
Yes, when in doubt, use the formal 'N-aveți' to be safe.
It's closer to 'Don't mention it' or 'You're welcome'.
It shows that the word 'Nu' has been shortened and attached to 'aveți'.
Yes, it is very appropriate for professional correspondence.
Yes, it's a common variation, mostly used in the east of the country.
Expressions liées
Cu plăcere
synonymWith pleasure
N-ai pentru ce
informalYou're welcome (informal)
Pentru nimic
similarFor nothing / It's nothing
Oricând
builds onAnytime
N-aveți de ce
specialized formYou're welcome (regional)
