English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "no it's on the house" Mean?
Learn what "no it's on the house" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
Beginner
Polite
Soft
Reassure
No, no, no, it's on the house.
This means something is free and the customer does not need to pay.
From The Billionaire’S Lost Love, Episode 16
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone says the item or bill does not need to be paid for because the business is covering it.
Usage Scenario
Use this in restaurants, bars, or shops to say something is complimentary. It is friendly and common in service settings.
Better ways to say it
1
It's on the house.
2
No, it's on the house.
3
This one is on us.
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