Macht nichts.
[makht nikhts]
Never mind / It doesn’t matter.
Literal gloss:“Makes nothing.”
When to use:Natural in everyday DACH speech, cafés, and casual chats rather than official letters.
Word-by-Word Structure
| German | Meaning | Grammar Note |
|---|---|---|
| Macht | makes / matters (3rd sg.) | — |
| nichts | nothing | — |
Example Sentences in Context
Friend or classmate
Oh je, ich habe den Stift vergessen! — Macht nichts, ich habe zwei.
Oh dear, I forgot the pen! — No worries, I have two.
Reassuring someone who arrived late
Macht gar nichts, wir haben noch genug Zeit.
Doesn’t matter at all, we still have plenty of time.
Natural Alternatives
- Halb so wild!Everyday / Spoken
Idiomatic "Not a big deal at all!"
- Kein Problem!Neutral
Equally safe in formal situations