no problem
English meaning: No problem
Definition
Used to say that something is not difficult or to respond politely to thanks.
Example
“"Thanks for your help." "No problem!"”
Another example: “"Could you cover my shift on Friday?" "No problem, I'm free anyway."”
Usage — When, Where & How
A very common informal response, used to mean 'that's fine' or as a casual reply to 'thank you' (especially in American English). Also reassures someone their request is not a burden. Friendly, conversational.
Etymology & Origin
English — Origin & History
A reassuring phrase indicating the absence of difficulty.
Related Words
- no worries
- you're welcome
- sure
- of course
- my pleasure
Common Collocations
- no problem at all
- that's no problem
- no problem there
- see no problem
- no problem, happy to help
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Literary Heritage
“To thine own self be true, and it must follow, as the night the day, thou canst not then be false to any man.”
/To thine own self be true/
“Be honest with yourself — and as naturally as night follows day, you will be unable to be false to others.”
“I'm nobody! Who are you? Are you nobody, too?”
/I'm nobody! Who are you?/
“I am nobody — and that quiet anonymity is more honest than the noise of public fame.”
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