nullum problema
The English phrase "no problem" can be expressed in Latin as nullum problema, meaning that no apology is necessary.
This phrase is used to indicate that an apology is not required.
Meaning: no apology is necessary (intj)
How does it change in a sentence?
problema is a neuter noun borrowed from Greek, so the adjective takes the neuter form nullum.
Did you know?
- If you were using classical Latin, you might instead say nihil est, which translates to 'it is nothing', a much more common way to dismiss an apology.
- In Ancient Greek, the root of problema actually refers to something 'thrown forward', like an obstacle in one's path.
- The word problema is not a native Latin word but was borrowed from the Ancient Greek word πρόβλημα.
Example conversation
Lucius apologizes to Julia for being late.
- JuliaCur sero venis?Why are you coming late?
- LuciusIgnosce mihi, Julia.Forgive me, Julia.
- JuliaNullum problema.No problem.
- LuciusGratias tibi ago.I thank you.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries nulla, problema, CC BY-SA 4.0.
