Ways to say it
| Spanish | IPA |
|---|---|
| de nada | /de ˈnada/ |
| con mucho gusto | /kom ˌmut͡ʃo ˈɡusto/ |
| con gusto | /kon ˈɡusto/ |
These phrases are used as polite reactions when someone thanks you. While de nada is a standard way to say "you're welcome," phrases like con gusto or con mucho gusto emphasize that you were genuinely happy to assist. Additionally, con gusto can function as an adverb within a sentence to describe an action performed gladly.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase de nada literally translates to "of nothing," implying that the favor performed was of no consequence. The phrase con mucho gusto literally translates to "with much pleasure."
Which one should you use?
De nada is a neutral, standard response meaning "it's nothing" or "you're welcome." In contrast, con gusto and con mucho gusto place more emphasis on the fact that the speaker was happy to help.
Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?
De nada is a neutral, standard way to respond to thanks. For a more polite and formal tone, you can use con mucho gusto or the phrase Es un placer, which translates to "it is a pleasure." In casual settings, you might say ¡No hay problema!, which means "no problem!"
Is it said differently in some regions?
While all these forms are understood throughout the Spanish-speaking world, using con gusto or con mucho gusto as a common polite response to thanks is particularly prevalent in many Latin American countries.
How do you pronounce it?
/de ˈnada/
Did you know?
- The word mucho shares an ancient root with a word meaning 'crumbled' or 'crumpled' in Proto-Indo-European.
- The word gusto in the phrase con gusto is not actually about the sense of taste, but is a learned evolution from the Latin gustus that moved from physical taste to enthusiasm.
- In some Spanish-speaking cultures, saying con gusto is not just a response to thanks but a way to signal a high level of hospitality and warmth.
Examples in context
- Lo haré con gusto.It will be my pleasure.This sentence shows how to use con gusto to express that an action will be performed gladly.Tatoeba #5524023 by baudelaire, translation #11496841 by carlosalberto
- Gracias por su ayuda. Es un placer colaborar con usted.Thank you for your help. It's a pleasure to collaborate with you.
- Con mucho gusto le extiendo una cálida bienvenida.I extend a warm welcome to you with pleasure.
- Gracias por invitarme a tu fiesta. ¡Claro que sí! Será un placer.Thanks for inviting me to your party. Of course! It will be my pleasure.
- ¿Podrías llevarme al aeropuerto? – ¡No hay problema! Es un placer ayudarte.Could you drive me to the airport? – No problem! It's a pleasure to help you.
- De nada, es un placer.You're welcome, it is a pleasure.
- No hay de qué, de nada.Don't mention it, you're welcome.
Example conversation
Elena helps Mateo carry a heavy box into his house.
- MateoMuchas gracias por la ayuda, Elena.Thank you very much for the help, Elena.
- ElenaDe nada, Mateo. No hay problema.You're welcome, Mateo. No problem.
- MateoEres muy amable.You are very kind.
- ElenaDe nada, que tengas un buen día.You're welcome, have a great day.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “my pleasure” translations and entries de nada, con mucho gusto, con gusto, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries con, con gusto, de, gusto, mucho, nada, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
