Don't mention it Meaning in English

expression

US

ˈdoʊn/, /ˈdoʊnt/ /ˈmɛnʃən/ /ˈɪt/, /ɪt

DOHNT MEN-shun it

UK

dəʊnt/ /mˈɛnʃən/ /ˈɪt

DOHNT MEN-shun it

Definition

A polite phrase used to reply to 'thank you,' meaning 'you're welcome' or 'it was nothing.' It reassures the other person that their gratitude is not necessary.

Usage & Nuances

Very polite and slightly formal, but common in friendly conversation. Used specifically after someone thanks you. Alternatives: 'you're welcome', 'no problem', 'anytime.' Not used in response to apologies.

• Spanish: no hay de qué - no se preocupe
• Portuguese (BR): não há de quê - imagina
• Portuguese (PT): não tem de quê - ora essa
• Chinese (Simplified): 不用谢 - 没关系
• Chinese (Traditional): 不用謝 - 沒關係
• Hindi: कोई बात नहीं - इसका ज़िक्र मत कीजिए
• Arabic: لا شكر على واجب - لا داعي لذكر ذلك
• Bengali: কিছু নয় - বলার কিছু নেই
• Russian: Не за что - Не стоит благодарности
• Japanese: 気にしないで - どういたしまして
• Vietnamese: Không có gì - Đừng bận tâm
• Korean: 천만에요 - 별말씀을요
• Turkish: Bir şey değil - Rica ederim
• Urdu: کوئی بات نہیں - ذکر کرنے کی ضرورت نہیں
• Indonesian: Sama-sama - Tidak usah disebutkan

Example Sentences

"Thank you for helping me!" "Don't mention it."

basic

If your friend thanks you, you can say, "Don't mention it."

basic

She said, "Thanks for your advice!" and I replied, "Don't mention it."

basic

Oh, you really don't have to thank me, don't mention it.

natural

Anytime, don't mention it—I'm happy to help.

natural

"Thanks for picking me up!" "Really, don't mention it."

natural