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No worries (phrase) means That is fine; a relaxed reply used to accept thanks, wave off an apology or reassure someone. Example: “Sorry I'm late." "No worries, we've only just sat down.”

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informal That is fine; a relaxed reply used to accept thanks, wave off an apology or reassure someone.

""Sorry I'm late." "No worries, we've only just sat down.""

""Thanks for the lift." "No worries at all.""

informal Certainly; used to confirm that a request will be handled.

"Could you send the file over? No worries, doing it now."

How to use no worries

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA friendly way of saying 'that's fine, don't stress about it'.

When to use it

Informal and friendly; fine in speech and casual writing.

Memory tip

Always plural: no worries, never 'no worry'.

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Easily confused with

no problem → not to worry never mind

Common pairings

no worries at all ah, no worries no worries mate

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Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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"Sorry I'm late." "_____, we've only just sat down."

Etymology

An Australian English phrase that spread to British and American use in the late twentieth century.

Origin: English

Synonyms

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Related words

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Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between no worries and no problem?

They are near-identical in meaning. No worries is Australian in origin and sounds warmer and more reassuring, and it works after an apology as well as after thanks; no problem is more strongly associated with American English.

Can I say no worries in a work email?

Yes among colleagues you know, where it softens a reply. In formal correspondence with clients, 'that's absolutely fine' or 'no trouble at all' is safer.

Is no worries Australian?

It began as Australian English and is still a hallmark of it, but it is now used everywhere in casual English.

What is the meaning of no worries?

"no worries" (phrase) means that is fine; a relaxed reply used to accept thanks, wave off an apology or reassure someone.

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