French Expression · Native
Ce n’est pas grave
It is not a big deal
Pronunciation: suh neh pah grahv
Meaning
A reassuring response to a small problem or apology.
Example
Tu as oublié le livre, mais ce n’est pas grave.
You forgot the book, but it is not a big deal.
Practice tips
- Practice Ce n’est pas grave out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this French expression is for native-level learners.