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kein Ding

/kaɪn ˈdɪŋ/
phrase★Intermediate— no problem
informal

A casual way to say 'no problem' or 'it's okay' when someone apologizes or expresses concern.

Entschuldigung, dass ich so spät bin.

Sorry I'm so late.

Kein Ding, ich warte gerne.

No problem, I'm happy to wait.

💡

This phrase is very common in spoken German and is used to reassure someone that there is no issue.

Collocations

kein Dingno problem

Synonyms

kein Problemalles gutkeine Sorge

Antonyms

ein Problemschlimmschwierig

Related Phrases

kein Problemphrase
no problem
alles gutphrase
everything is fine

💡Pro Tip

Usage Context

Use 'kein Ding' in informal settings like conversations with friends or family, but avoid it in formal or professional contexts.

⚡Gold Rule

Informal Only

This phrase is strictly informal and should not be used in formal writing or professional communication.

📖Word Origin

The phrase combines 'kein' (no) and 'Ding' (thing), literally meaning 'no thing,' but it is used idiomatically to mean 'no problem.'

📝Usage Notes

This phrase is informal and should not be used in formal or professional settings. It is commonly used among friends and in casual conversations.

Word Breakdown

kein
no
determiner
+
Ding
thing
noun
Deutsch-Englisch Wörterbuch

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