If you look up “you’re welcome” in your Japanese dictionary, you will probably reach this phrase 「どういたしまして」. Actually, native speakers usually don’t use this one to friends. So, let’s learn natural and practical expressions to say “you’re welcome” in Japanese.
Expressing “You’re Welcome” in Japanese with Proper Phrases
To Your friends, “You’re Welcome” in Casual Tone
When your friend say "thank you" to you, you could say:
| （助けになれて）よかった。 |
| I'm happy (to be able to help you). |
| （これ）高いよ？ |
| You need to pay a lot (for this help). |
*For the sake of easy understandings, we have made English translations. However, the translations of the nuance can not be perfect. Please try to focus on the Japanese phrases itself.
To Your Coworkers, “You’re Welcome” in Japanese
When your coworkers say "thank you" to you, you could say:
| こちらこそ。 |
| I should be thanking you. |
| 遠慮しないで。 |
| Don't be so formal (with me). |
| ううん、いつでも声かけて。 |
| No, let me know anytime (when you need any help at my end). |
| どういたしまして。 |
| You're welcome. |
To Your Boss, “You’re Welcome” in Polite Form
When your boss say "thank you" to you, you could say:
| 恐縮です。 |
| I am obliged. |
| お役に立ててよかったです。 |
| I am happy to be able to help you. |
| とんでもありません。 |
| Don't mention it. |
| 他にも何かお手伝いできることはありませんか？ |
| Apart from that, is there anything that I can help you with? |
Conclusion
Thank you for reading! ...then, what should you respond to this one? Please find the good answer from among the above examples!
Recommended Links
Just 51 Key Radicals, How to Memorize Kanji
10 Ways of Saying “I’m late” in Japanese
How to Become Fluent in Speaking Japanese
Special Course: How to Learn Japanese for Beginners
