English–Chinese
“nothing” in Chinese
How to say “nothing” in Chinese
“Nothing” in Chinese is 没什么 (méi shén me).
A small matter is waved aside as unimportant, making the phrase both reassuring and modest when no special response is needed.
Example sentences with 没什么
别放在心上，没什么。bié fàng zài xīn shàng méi shén me
Don't worry about it; it's nothing.
Tips for using 没什么
- Its meaning depends on the moment: after thanks it keeps the exchange light, while after a worried question it signals that no serious issue is being raised.