no problem
Meaning: you're welcome
Meaning
Usage: This phrase is used as a response to 'thank you' or to indicate that something is not a problem.
Examples
"Thanks! - No problem!"
"Tanks fo' help, no problem!"
"You can borrow my car, no problem."
Origin & Cultural Context
Origin: A direct adoption of the English phrase.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "no problem" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"no problem" means "you're welcome" in Hawaiian Pidgin. This phrase is used as a response to 'thank you' or to indicate that something is not a problem..
How do you pronounce "no problem"?
"no problem" is pronounced "no PRAH-blem". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "no problem" in a sentence?
Example: "Thanks! - No problem!"
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Pidgin & Local Culture Corner
Pidgin Grammar Tip
"Negative sentences in Pidgin often use 'never' for past tense, as in 'I never see him' (I didn't see him)."
Local Culture Fact
"The shaka sign (🤙) is a common gesture in Hawaii expressing the 'Aloha Spirit'."
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