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UK//jʊəˈwɛlkəm//US//jʊrˈwɛlkəm//

Meaning of You're welcome

A polite response to someone expressing gratitude.

In simple words: What you say when someone thanks you.

You're welcome in a sentence

  • Thank you for helping me!
  • You're welcome! I'm glad to assist.
  • Really, you're welcome to ask me anything.
  • After all your hard work, you're welcome to a break.
  • She said, 'Thank you for the ride!' I replied, 'You're welcome.'

How to use You're welcome

Commonly used after someone says 'thank you'. It's polite but can be less formal in casual settings. Avoid in formal speeches.

Grammar pattern

standalone response

Memory hint

Think of 'you are way cool' — you're acknowledging their thanks.

Related words

Collocations with You're welcome

  • say you're welcome
  • respond with you're welcome
  • you're welcome anytime

Synonyms for You're welcome

Opposites of You're welcome

Common mistakes with You're welcome

  • Saying 'you're welcome' too soon, before they've finished thanking you.
  • Confusing it with 'your welcome', which is incorrect.
  • Using it in a sarcastic tone when actually annoyed.

Compare You're welcome with My pleasure, Not at all

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Frequently asked questions about You're welcome

What does You're welcome mean?

What you say when someone thanks you.

What is the definition of You're welcome?

A polite response to someone expressing gratitude.

How do you use You're welcome in a sentence?

Thank you for helping me!

Can you give another example of You're welcome?

You're welcome! I'm glad to assist.

What are synonyms for You're welcome?

Common alternatives include no problem, my pleasure, anytime, not at all, sure thing.

What is the opposite of You're welcome?

Opposite meanings include thank you, thanks, much obliged.

What words go with You're welcome?

It commonly pairs with say you're welcome, respond with you're welcome, you're welcome anytime.

What are common mistakes when using You're welcome?

Saying 'you're welcome' too soon, before they've finished thanking you. Confusing it with 'your welcome', which is incorrect. Using it in a sarcastic tone when actually annoyed.

How do you pronounce You're welcome?

US: //jʊrˈwɛlkəm//, UK: //jʊəˈwɛlkəm//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use You're welcome?

Commonly used after someone says 'thank you'. It's polite but can be less formal in casual settings. Avoid in formal speeches.