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别客气,这只是小事。

[Bié kèqi, zhè zhǐshì xiǎoshì.]

phrase

LanguageChinese (China)

Meaning
  1. Don't mention it, it's just a small thing.
  2. You use this phrase to dismiss the significance of a favor you provided and to show modesty when someone expresses gratitude.
Examples

别客气,这只是小事。

Don't mention it, it's just a small thing.

PronunciationBié kèqi, zhè zhǐshì xiǎoshì.

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How it is usedA humble and polite response to someone thanking you for a small favor.

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