How to Say ‘You're welcome’ in French
Je vous en prie
ʒə vu ɑ̃ pʁi
[ʒə vu ɑ̃ pʁi]
💬 Usage Tip: Formal response to someone thanking you.
🇫🇷 In France: A polite and traditional reply in response to expressions of gratitude.
Phrase Breakdown
Je
[ʒə]
You're welcome
A polite response to 'thank you'.
Je vous en prie, c'était un plaisir de vous aider.
You're welcome, it was my pleasure to help you.
vous
[vu]
You
Referring to the person(s) being addressed.
Je vous en prie, c'est normal.
You're welcome, it's normal.
en
[ɑ̃]
For it
Used in the context of granting something or allowing.
Je vous en prie, pas de souci.
You're welcome, no problem.
prie
[pʁi]
Pray
In a formal polite expression or plea.
Je vous en prie, c'était un honneur.
You're welcome, it was an honor.
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