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Why "your welcome" doesn't quite greet correctly

Reviewed and edited by Anwar Kareem 24/10/2024, 14:44
English.me team member

What kind of error is it?

Your welcome or you’re welcome. What's correct?

Spelling/grammar error

Why do people make this mistake?

People often hear the phrase "you're welcome" in spoken English and may mistakenly write it as "your welcome", confusing the contraction "you're" with the possessive pronoun "your".

What is correct?

The correct expression is "you're welcome", which is a contraction of "you are welcome".

Examples of correct usage

  • You're welcome to join us anytime.
  • You're welcome to ask any questions you have.
  • Thank you for your help! You're welcome!

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