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How to Say "You're welcome" in Danish

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Selv tak
"You're welcome" in Danish 路 say it like selv tahk

The most natural way to say "You're welcome" in Danish is Selv tak. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.

Other ways to say it

Det var s氓 lidt
a slightly more casual way to respond
Ingen 氓rsag
used informally, meaning 'no reason to thank me'

When to use it

You use 'selv tak' when someone thanks you for something. It is a polite way to acknowledge their gratitude. It can be used in both formal and informal situations. It's common in everyday conversations among friends and acquaintances.

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Examples in Danish

DanishEnglish
Tak for hj忙lpen! Selv tak.Thanks for the help! You're welcome.
Common mistake
Learners often say 'velkommen' instead of 'selv tak', which means 'welcome' in a different context.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear Selv tak, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Danish with a coach that corrects your pronunciation in real time. You can start with two free conversations.

Frequently asked questions

Is 'selv tak' used in formal situations?

Yes, it is appropriate in both formal and informal contexts.

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