Ways to say it
| Uzbek | Pronunciation | Meaning | When |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arzimaydi | ar-zi-may-DI | You're welcome | Literally “it is not worth (thanks)”. |
| Marhamat | mar-ha-MAT | You're welcome / here you are | After giving or serving something. |
| Hechqisi yoʻq | hech-qi-SI YOʻQ | No problem | Casual; also the reply to an apology. |
| Osh boʻlsin | OSH boʻl-SIN | May it nourish you | The host's reply when you thank them for food. |
Capital letters mark the stressed syllable. Uzbek stress usually falls on the last syllable.
What it literally means
Arzimaydi: “it isn't worth it”, from arzimoq, to be worth.
In a real exchange
- Guest: Juda mazali boʻldi, katta rahmat!
That was delicious, thank you very much! - Host: Osh boʻlsin!
May it nourish you!
Good to know
- Osh boʻlsin is specific to food and drink. Using it right is a small thing that hosts notice.
- Arzimaydi is modest by design: the favour is being played down.
Common mistakes
- Replying Rahmat to Rahmat. Pick one of the replies above.
This phrase is part of Thank you in Uzbek (rahmat), please and sorry, with pronunciation in the free phrasebook, with the grammar behind it.