Meaning
Response indicating that nothing important or problematic is occurring.
Cultural Background
It is very common in daily life, often used to soften the blow of a minor mistake in a restaurant or shop. Used constantly to maintain a friendly, non-confrontational atmosphere. Often paired with 'tranquilo' to emphasize that the speaker is not upset.
Use your hands
A small wave of the hand often accompanies this phrase to emphasize that the problem is small.
Tone matters
Say it with a smile. If you say it with a flat face, it might sound like you are actually annoyed.
Meaning
Response indicating that nothing important or problematic is occurring.
Use your hands
A small wave of the hand often accompanies this phrase to emphasize that the problem is small.
Tone matters
Say it with a smile. If you say it with a flat face, it might sound like you are actually annoyed.
Test Yourself
Complete the phrase.
—Perdón por llegar tarde. —______ ______ ______.
This is the correct idiomatic response.
Which is correct?
How do you say 'no worries'?
Spanish requires the negation before the verb.
Match the situation to the response.
Friend spills water on your table.
It's a minor accident, so reassure them.
Finish the conversation.
—¿Te molesta si abro la ventana? —______ ______ ______.
It means you don't mind.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
4 exercises—Perdón por llegar tarde. —______ ______ ______.
This is the correct idiomatic response.
How do you say 'no worries'?
Spanish requires the negation before the verb.
Friend spills water on your table.
It's a minor accident, so reassure them.
—¿Te molesta si abro la ventana? —______ ______ ______.
It means you don't mind.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
6 questionsYes, it is common in casual emails to colleagues.
No, it is very polite.
No, it is gender-neutral.
No, it is for minor issues.
No, 'de nada' means 'you're welcome'.
Yes, it is universal.
Related Phrases
No hay problema
synonymThere is no problem
Todo bien
similarEverything is good
Tranquilo
similarCalm/Don't worry
