Meaning
Informal response to 'Thank you'.
Cultural Background
Slovaks are generally modest and dislike feeling like they owe someone. This phrase helps keep social interactions balanced. The phrase is identical in Czech ('Nemáš zač'), reflecting the close cultural and linguistic ties. Polish uses 'Nie ma za co', which is very similar in structure and usage. Russian uses 'Не за что' (Ne za chto), which shares the same literal meaning.
Keep it casual
Only use this with people you call by their first name.
Modesty first
Slovaks appreciate when you don't make a big deal out of a favor.
Meaning
Informal response to 'Thank you'.
Keep it casual
Only use this with people you call by their first name.
Modesty first
Slovaks appreciate when you don't make a big deal out of a favor.
Test Yourself
Which phrase is appropriate when a friend thanks you?
— Ďakujem za pomoc! — ________
It is the standard informal response to thanks.
Complete the phrase.
Nemáš ____ čo.
The preposition 'za' is required in this expression.
🎉 Score: /2
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
2 exercises— Ďakujem za pomoc! — ________
It is the standard informal response to thanks.
Nemáš ____ čo.
The preposition 'za' is required in this expression.
🎉 Score: /2
Frequently Asked Questions
2 questionsOnly if you are on very friendly terms. Otherwise, use 'Prosím'.
No, it's very polite in the right context.
Related Phrases
Niet za čo
similarThere is nothing to thank for
Za málo
similarFor little
Rado sa stalo
similarIt was a pleasure
Prosím
contrastPlease/You're welcome
