What to say instead of "no problemo"
| Spanish | When to use it |
|---|---|
| No hay problema | The direct, correct translation of "no problem" |
| Sin problema | "No problem", when agreeing to do something |
| No pasa nada | Spain: "don't worry, it's fine" when someone apologises |
| De nada | "You're welcome", after "gracias" |
| Claro / Vale | "Sure / OK" (vale is very Spain) |
| Tranqui | Informal Spain: "relax, no worries" |
FAQ: no problemo
What does 'no problemo' mean?
It means 'no problem'. It's a joke phrase in English that imitates Spanish; the correct Spanish is 'no hay problema' or 'sin problema'.
Is 'no problemo' real Spanish?
No. 'Problema' is the correct Spanish word, so 'no problemo' sounds wrong to native speakers, although many understand it as a joke.
Where does 'no problemo' come from?
It became popular in American English in the 1980s and 1990s, especially after Arnold Schwarzenegger said it in Terminator 2: Judgment Day (1991).
How do you say 'no problem' in Spain?
'No hay problema', 'sin problema' or, very often, 'no pasa nada'.
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