non ti preoccupare
/non ˈti pre.ok.kuˈpa.re/word by word
The English phrase "no worries" can be translated into Italian as non ti preoccupare.
The phrase is used to indicate that something does not bother you.
Meaning: it does not bother me (intj)
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase non ti preoccupare literally means "don't worry yourself". It is composed of non (not), ti (yourself, a reflexive pronoun) and preoccupare (to worry).
Which one should you use?
While non ti preoccupare specifically tells someone not to worry, you can also use Nessun problema to mean "no problem" or non c'è problema as a common alternative when responding to an apology or a thank you.
How does it change in a sentence?
The form changes depending on who you are addressing. Use non si preoccupi for a single person in a formal setting, and use non vi preoccupate if you are telling a group of people "no worries".
How do you pronounce it?
The pronunciation of non ti preoccupare is /non ˈti pre.ok.kuˈpa.re/. The stress is on the 2nd of 6 syllables.
Did you know?
- In many parts of Italy, you might hear people say Tranquillo or Tranquilla instead of the full sentence. While it literally means 'calm', it is used as a casual equivalent to 'no worries' or 'don't sweat it'.
- The word preoccupare shares the same root as 'occupy' in English. In both languages, the core idea is that a thought has taken up space or 'occupied' your time.
- While English speakers use 'no worries' for both thanks and apologies, an Italian might prefer prego for thanks and non ti preoccupare specifically for apologies.
Examples in context
- Non ti preoccupare.No worries.This sentence is useful for practicing the phrase non ti preoccupare.Tatoeba #4377 by Pharamp, translation #2409791 by FeuDRenais2
- Non ti preoccupare per il ritardo.Don't worry about the delay.
- Non ti preoccupare, è un piccolo errore.Don't worry, it is a small mistake.
Example conversation
Lorenzo apologizes for forgetting a book he borrowed from Chiara.
- ChiaraDove hai messo il mio libro?Where did you put my book?
- LorenzoScusa Chiara, l'ho dimenticato a casa!Sorry Chiara, I forgot it at home!
- ChiaraNon ti preoccupare, portalo domani.No worries, bring it tomorrow.
- LorenzoGrazie, a domani allora.Thanks, see you tomorrow then.
Sources
- IPA marked “word by word” joins the Wiktionary pronunciations of each word (non, ti, preoccupare) and can differ in connected speech.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
