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What is the more common way to say "you're welcome" in French: “De rien” or “Pas de problème”?

13.06.2025 08:32

What is the more common way to say "you're welcome" in French: “De rien” or “Pas de problème”?

“Pas de problème” is common and sounds uneducated. It’s often used though.

If you want to answer to a person saying “merci” you can say also:

“De rien” is not correct although it is often heard. Avoid it. It should be “Ce n’est rien”.

As a woman, what would be you response to a male friend’s offer of a full body massage?

“Il n’y a pas de quoi” . It is friendly and can be slightly familiar but it’s informal and acceptable.

French etiquette simply would advise you not to answer.

“c’est un plaisir” or “avec plaisir” “c’est mon plaisir” is polite.

What qualities do single women typically look for in a man? Is it a common preference for women to want a man who earns more than they do?

“ je t’en prie/ je vous en prie” .It is polite.