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"You're welcome" in Portuguese: de nada
de nada
You're welcome in Portuguese is de nada. After obrigado or obrigada, answer de nada with a smile. Warmer options include por nada, disponível, and imagina.
After a favor
Obrigada pela ajuda! — De nada.Speak with an AI partner · 7 days free
How to pronounce de nada
Say it
jee NAH-dah
/ˈde ˈna.da/
jee NAH-dah. Soft d in de, clear nah-dah.
"You're welcome" in Portuguese: quick reference
| Portuguese | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| de nada | you're welcome Default polite reply. | Default polite reply. |
| por nada | you're welcome / it was nothing Very common alternative. | Very common alternative. |
| imagina | don't mention it Warm, casual Brazil. | Warm, casual Brazil. |
| disponível | happy to help Service and polite offers. | Service and polite offers. |
| não tem de quê | don't mention it A bit more formal. | A bit more formal. |
How to use de nada in real life
- 1After a favor
Obrigada pela ajuda! — De nada.
Thanks for the help! — You're welcome.
Classic pair with obrigada.
- 2Holding a door
De nada! Pode passar.
You're welcome! Go ahead.
Short and friendly.
- 3Helping a tourist
De nada. Qualquer coisa, é só chamar.
You're welcome. Just call if you need anything.
Extends the kindness.
Mistakes English speakers make with de nada
Incorrect: De rien.
Correct: De nada.
De rien is French. Portuguese is de nada.
Incorrect: Você é bem-vindo (as a reply to thanks).
Correct: De nada.
Bem-vindo means welcome as in greeted. After thanks, say de nada.
Good to know
De nada is safe with anyone. Friends often upgrade to imagina or por nada, which feel lighter. In shops, staff may add fique à vontade or disponível. Avoid translating you're welcome as bem-vindo in this reply slot.
Try it in a ChatPal conversation
Helping with directions
ChatPal
Obrigada pelo mapa!
Thanks for the map!
You
De nada. Foi um prazer.
You're welcome. It was a pleasure.
ChatPal
Sério, valeu demais.
Really, thanks a lot.
You
De nada mesmo. Boa viagem!
You're very welcome. Have a good trip!
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FAQ
Common questions about "You're welcome" in Portuguese
Best reply to obrigado?
De nada.
Is imagina okay?
Yes, with friends and casual situations.
Por nada vs de nada?
Both fine. Por nada feels a bit softer to some speakers.
Can I say bem-vindo?
Not as a reply to thanks. Use de nada there.
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