it doesn't matter
The phrase "it doesn't matter" is commonly used to indicate that something is not significant or worth worrying about.
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Definition
A2General
(informal)Used to indicate that something is not important or significant.
Example
- Do you want to go out or stay in? It doesn't matter to me.
- I forgot to bring the book. It doesn't matter, I can read it later.
B1Reassurance
(informal)Used to comfort someone by suggesting that a mistake or issue is not significant.
Example
- I'm sorry I spilled coffee on your shirt. It doesn't matter, I have another one.
- I missed the bus. It doesn't matter, there will be another one soon.
B2Conversation
(informal)Used to withdraw a previous statement when it wasn't heard or understood.
Example
- What did you say? Never mind, it doesn't matter.
- Sorry, I didn't catch that. It doesn't matter, let's move on.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "it doesn't matter":
no matternever mindno matter whatwho caresdon't worrycouldn't care lessforget itall the samewhat's it to youno worries