Idiom
never mind
Meanings
Used to say that something is not important or that someone should not worry about it.
Used to withdraw a request or stop talking about something because it is no longer necessary or useful.
Used to dismiss a suggestion or end a discussion, often showing impatience or firm refusal.
Definition
“Never mind” is used to tell someone not to worry about something or to say that something is no longer important.
“Never mind” is a common phrase used to stop a topic or reduce concern. Speakers say it to mean “don’t worry about it” after a mistake or problem. It can also mean “forget it” when information or help is no longer needed. In conversation, it may signal a polite way to drop the subject and move on.
Examples
- Never mind, I found my keys in my jacket pocket.
- If you can’t make it tonight, never mind—we’ll go another time.
- Never mind what he said; you did your best.
- Can you help me with this form? Oh, never mind, I figured it out.
- Never mind, I don’t want to argue about it anymore.