de nada
What is the opposite of de nada? Here is what we hold, with its meaning and related words.
Interjection — A Spanish phrase used in reply to thanks, meaning roughly 'you're welcome' or 'it's nothing'. It is also used in English speech as a light, informal way of brushing off gratitude.
How to use de nada
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
gracias — de nada
Two words, no accent. Often used playfully by English speakers who otherwise speak no Spanish.
Etymology
Spanish de nada, literally 'of nothing', from de 'of' and nada 'nothing'.
Full origin of de nada →Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between de nada and por nada?
Both answer thanks and both are polite. De nada is the more widespread and slightly more standard reply; por nada is common in parts of Latin America and can carry a shade of 'it was nothing at all'.
Is de nada formal or informal?
It is neutral in Spanish and works in almost any situation, from a shop to an office. In more formal Spanish you might hear no hay de qué or es un placer instead.
