je vous en prie
you're welcome (formal) / please, go ahead
Intermediate Phrase
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Pronunciation
/ʒə vu.z‿ɑ̃ pʁi/
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Cultural Note
This is the most elegant and formal response to 'merci.' It uses the 'vous' form and is appropriate in professional settings, with strangers, or when you want to show particular courtesy. It can also mean 'please, go ahead.'
📝 Example Sentences
— Merci beaucoup. — Je vous en prie.
— Thank you very much. — You're welcome.
Je vous en prie, asseyez-vous.
Please, have a seat.