GreetingsA1 · Beginner
De rien: Saying You're Welcome
"De rien" is a common way to say "you're welcome" in French. It literally means "of nothing" or "it's nothing." It's a polite response when someone thanks you.
Examples
| French | English |
|---|---|
| Merci! - De rien. | Thank you! - You're welcome. |
| Merci beaucoup! - De rien. | Thank you very much! - You're welcome. |
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