Pa dekwa
everyday, Haitian Creole
In Haitian Creole, the usual reply to Mèsi is Pa dekwa. It comes from the French de rien. It is also called Pa gen pwoblèm.
Meaning: reply to thanks (phrase)
Ways to say it
| Creole | Note |
|---|---|
| Pa dekwa | everyday, Haitian Creole |
| Pa gen pwoblèm | casual |
Pa gen pwoblèm means "no problem" and fits casual situations among friends.
Which one should you use?
Mèsi is thanks, and Mèsi anpil is "thank you very much".
Did you know?
- Many Creole words come from French, and dekwa is the sound of the French de quoi in il n'y a pas de quoi.
Examples in context
- Mèsi anpil. Pa dekwa.Thank you very much. You are welcome.
- Pa gen pwoblèm.No problem.
Example conversation
A woman thanks a stranger who picked up her bag.
- MadanmMèsi anpil, mesye.Thank you very much, sir.
- MesyePa dekwa.You are welcome.
- MadanmBòn jounen.Have a good day.
