What Does “No pasa nada” Mean in Mexican Spanish?

The kind reply to any apology.

By David Feldt, Founder & CEO of Digify Platforms, Inc. and creator of PalabraFlow · Updated October 2, 2026

No pasa nada means "It's okay", "No worries" or "Don't worry about it" in Spanish. In Mexico it's the go-to reply when someone apologizes.

Neutral Fine in most everyday situations.

Hear it: No pasa nada.

How It's Used

—Perdón, se me olvidó. —No pasa nada.
"Sorry, I forgot." "It's okay."
Tranquilo, no pasa nada.
Relax, it's fine.
No pasa nada, así es la vida.
It's okay, that's life.

Tone & Context

Literally "nothing is happening". It reassures someone that there's no problem.

It's polite enough for anyone, from friends to strangers.

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FAQ: No pasa nada

No pasa nada means "It's okay", "No worries" or "Don't worry about it" in Spanish. In Mexico it's the go-to reply when someone apologizes.

Yes, it works with anyone.

"No pasa nada", "No te preocupes" or, casually, "No hay bronca".

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