No problem Meaning in English

expression

US

ˈnoʊ/ /ˈpɹɑbɫəm

NOH PRAHB-luhm

UK

nəʊ/ /pɹˈɒbləm

noh PROB-luhm

Definition

Used to say that something is easy, not inconvenient, or to respond kindly after someone thanks you or apologizes. It shows that there is no difficulty or negative feeling.

Usage & Nuances

Very informal and friendly; common in American English after 'thank you' or 'sorry'. Not suitable in formal or professional replies—use 'you're welcome' or 'my pleasure' instead. Can also mean 'okay' or 'don't worry about it'.

• Spanish: no hay problema - ningún problema - tranquilo(a)
• Portuguese (BR): sem problema - não tem problema
• Portuguese (PT): sem problema - não há problema
• Chinese (Simplified): 没问题 - 没事
• Chinese (Traditional): 沒問題 - 沒事
• Hindi: कोई समस्या नहीं - कोई बात नहीं
• Arabic: لا مشكلة - لا بأس
• Bengali: সমস্যা নেই - কোনো অসুবিধা নেই
• Russian: нет проблем - ничего страшного
• Japanese: 大丈夫 - 問題ない
• Vietnamese: không sao - không vấn đề gì
• Korean: 문제 없어 - 괜찮아
• Turkish: sorun değil - problem yok
• Urdu: کوئی مسئلہ نہیں - کوئی بات نہیں
• Indonesian: tidak masalah - nggak apa-apa

Example Sentences

A: Thanks for your help! B: No problem.

basic

You can borrow my book, no problem.

basic

Is it okay if I'm late? No problem.

basic

Don't worry about returning it today, no problem at all.

natural

Hey, can you help me move this box? No problem, just give me a second.

natural

She apologized for the mistake, but I told her, 'no problem! It happens.'

natural