no worries

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/noʊ ˈwɝiz/
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A relaxed reply that says something is fine or that a request can be met.
Practice using no worries in conversation until it feels natural

Examples

  • "Could you send me the address?" "No worries."
  • "I may be a few minutes late." "No worries, we can wait."
  • "Thank you for the ride." "No worries, I was going that way."
  • "Could I have a glass of water?" "No worries."
  • "Can we move our meeting to Friday?" "No worries."

Similar words

no problem
you're welcome
sure
no problem
of coursethat's okay
don't worry about it
certainly

Meanings

It is all right

conversation
informal
A friendly way to reassure someone after an apology or to say that their thanks are not needed.

Examples

  • "Sorry I forgot your name." "No worries."
  • "Thanks for waiting." "No worries."
  • "I spilled a little water." "No worries, I will wipe it up."
  • "Thank you for the ride." "No worries, I was going that way."
  • "I may be a few minutes late." "No worries, we can wait."

Similar words

no problem
that's okay
don't worry about it
you're welcome

Happy to do it

conversation
informal
A casual way to say that you can do what someone has asked.

Examples

  • "Could you send me the address?" "No worries."
  • "Can we move our meeting to Friday?" "No worries."
  • "Please leave the parcel with the neighbor." "No worries, I will do that."
  • "Could I have a glass of water?" "No worries."
  • "Would you check this for me?" "No worries, give me a minute."

Similar words

no problem
sure
of course
certainly

Etymology

The words literally mean there is nothing to worry about. As a set reply, they reassure someone or accept a request.

FAQ

What does no worries mean after an apology?

It reassures the person that the mistake is not a problem.

Can no worries answer thanks?

Yes. It says that helping was no trouble.

Can no worries mean yes?

Yes. It can be a casual agreement to do what someone asks.

Is no worries formal?

No. It is an informal, friendly reply.

What is similar to no worries?

No problem is a close alternative in both uses.

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