Meaning
A common way to say you are welcome.
Cultural Background
Italians often use hand gestures with 'di niente'. A common one is a slight wave of the hand or a shrug to show the favor was 'light'. In the South, hospitality is sacred. You might find that 'di niente' is followed by an offer of coffee or food to further show that the favor was a pleasure. In cities like Milan, 'di niente' is often said very quickly, reflecting the faster pace of life, but it remains a vital social lubricant. On Italian social media, 'di niente' is often abbreviated or accompanied by emojis like 🙏 or ✨ to maintain a friendly tone.
The 'Figurati' Combo
Pair 'di niente' with 'figurati' to sound 100% more like a native speaker.
Avoid literal translations
Never say 'Sei benvenuto' as a response to thanks; it's the biggest giveaway that you're a beginner.
Meaning
A common way to say you are welcome.
The 'Figurati' Combo
Pair 'di niente' with 'figurati' to sound 100% more like a native speaker.
Avoid literal translations
Never say 'Sei benvenuto' as a response to thanks; it's the biggest giveaway that you're a beginner.
Smile!
In Italy, politeness is as much about your face as your words. A smile with 'di niente' goes a long way.
Test Yourself
Complete the dialogue with the correct phrase.
A: Grazie per l'aiuto! B: ___ niente!
The fixed expression is 'Di niente'.
Which of these is NOT a way to say 'You're welcome'?
Select the incorrect option:
'Benvenuto' means 'Welcome' to a place, not 'You're welcome' as a response to thanks.
Match the response to the situation.
You help a friend with their homework and they say 'Grazie!'.
This is the most natural, friendly response for a favor between friends.
Complete the formal dialogue.
A: Grazie mille per la Sua gentilezza. B: Di niente, ___ figuri.
'Si figuri' is the formal version of 'figurati', often paired with 'di niente'.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Ways to say You're Welcome
Casual
- • Di niente
- • Di nulla
- • Figurati
Formal
- • Prego
- • Si figuri
- • Non c'è di che
Practice Bank
4 exercisesA: Grazie per l'aiuto! B: ___ niente!
The fixed expression is 'Di niente'.
Select the incorrect option:
'Benvenuto' means 'Welcome' to a place, not 'You're welcome' as a response to thanks.
You help a friend with their homework and they say 'Grazie!'.
This is the most natural, friendly response for a favor between friends.
A: Grazie mille per la Sua gentilezza. B: Di niente, ___ figuri.
'Si figuri' is the formal version of 'figurati', often paired with 'di niente'.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
10 questionsNot at all! It's very polite, just more casual than 'prego'.
Yes, if you have a friendly relationship. If it's very formal, use 'prego'.
They are identical. 'Nulla' is just a slightly more 'literary' word for nothing.
It adds emphasis, like saying 'It's nothing, don't even think about it!'
Yes, it's often used even for the smallest gestures.
Yes, from the Alps to Sicily, everyone understands and uses 'di niente'.
It's a diphthong. Start with a quick 'i' and move immediately to 'e'.
Yes, it's perfect for casual or neutral professional emails.
No, it is invariable. It never changes.
You can still say 'di niente'. It's a perfectly fine response to any level of thanks.
Related Phrases
prego
similarYou're welcome / Please
di nulla
synonymOf nothing
figurati
builds onDon't mention it
non c'è di che
specialized formDon't mention it
