not at all

adverb
UK: /ˌnɒt ət ˈɔːl/
US: /ˌnɑːt ət ˈɔːl/

  1. Used as a polite reply to 'thank you'

    1. "Thank you for your help!" "Not at all, I was happy to assist." [ ] [ ]
    2. "I really appreciate you covering my shift." "Not at all, consider it a favor returned." [ ] [ ]

  2. Used to strongly deny or disagree with a statement.

    1. Are you tired? Not at all, I feel great! [ ] [ ]
    2. Do you think it's going to rain? Not at all, the forecast looks clear for today. [ ] [ ]

  3. In no way; to no extent; not in the slightest.

    1. I'm not at all worried about the test. [ ] [ ]
    2. She's not at all interested in sports, she prefers reading books. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

sure no problem definitely certainly you're welcome
not at all interjection

  1. An expression indicating complete agreement or acceptance.

    1. "Do you agree with the plan?" "Not at all! It's perfect." [ ] [ ]
    2. "Is this the best option?" "Not at all! It addresses all our concerns." [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "not at all" in English means: Used as a polite reply to 'thank you', Used to strongly deny or disagree with a statement., In no way; to no extent; not in the slightest..

The phonetic transcription of "not at all" is /ˌnɒt ət ˈɔːl/ in British English and /ˌnɑːt ət ˈɔːl/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "not at all": sure, no problem, definitely, certainly, you're welcome.

Example usage of "not at all": ""Thank you for your help!" "Not at all, I was happy to assist."". More examples on the page.