不客气 (Bú kèqi)
phrase · Beginner · Greetings & Phrases
Meaning
English: You’re welcome
The standard reply to thank you, literally meaning don’t be polite.
Examples
🗣 谢谢！— 不客气。
💬 Thanks! — You’re welcome.
Etymology
‘不客气’ (Bú kèqi) translates to ‘you’re welcome.’ It expresses a polite refusal to claim thanks or credit, with ‘不’ (bù) meaning ‘not’ and ‘客气’ (kèqi) meaning ‘polite’ or ‘formal.’
How & Where It’s Used
This expression is informal and commonly used in daily interactions to respond to gratitude. It is used both in spoken language and writing.
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