Significado
Used to indicate that something is not a big problem.
Contexto cultural
French people often use this to avoid confrontation. In Quebec, you might hear 'C'est pas grave' even more frequently in casual conversation. Similar usage to France, often paired with a friendly smile.
Drop the 'ne'
In casual conversation, you will almost never hear the 'ne'. 'C'est pas grave' is the standard.
Watch the tone
If you say it with a flat, cold tone, it can sound like you don't care at all.
Significado
Used to indicate that something is not a big problem.
Drop the 'ne'
In casual conversation, you will almost never hear the 'ne'. 'C'est pas grave' is the standard.
Watch the tone
If you say it with a flat, cold tone, it can sound like you don't care at all.
Teste-se
Which phrase means 'It is not a problem'?
Choose the correct option:
The negative 'ne... pas' is required to say it is NOT serious.
Complete the sentence.
— Je suis désolé pour l'erreur. — ___________.
This is the standard response to an apology.
🎉 Pontuação: /2
Recursos visuais
Banco de exercicios
2 exerciciosChoose the correct option:
The negative 'ne... pas' is required to say it is NOT serious.
— Je suis désolé pour l'erreur. — ___________.
This is the standard response to an apology.
🎉 Pontuação: /2
Perguntas frequentes
2 perguntasYes, it is perfectly fine for professional emails to colleagues.
No, it is very polite and reassuring.
Frases relacionadas
Pas de souci
synonymNo worries
C'est grave
contrastIt is serious
Rien de grave
similarNothing serious
