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thank you

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /ˈθæŋk juː/

thank you means: You say this to show that you are pleased with something someone has done or given you.

interjection

SHOW GRATITUDEA1

You say this to show that you are pleased with something someone has done or given you.

  • Thank you for the gift.
  • Thank you very much for your help.
  • Thank you, everyone, for making me feel welcome.

How to use it: thank you for something/doing something (Thank you for helping me carry the bags.)

Similar words: thanks, many thanks

Common phrases: thank you very much, thank you kindly, thank you everyone

ACCEPT OFFERA1

You say this to politely accept something someone offers you.

  • “Some tea?” “Yes, thank you.”
  • “Would you like a seat?” “Thank you, that would be lovely.”
  • “Can I carry your bag?” “Yes, thank you.”

Similar words: yes please

Common phrases: yes thank you, thank you please

POLITE DISMISSALB2

You say this to politely show that a meeting or someone’s part in it is finished.

  • Thank you. You may leave now.
  • Thank you, everyone. The meeting is over.
  • That is all we need from you today, thank you.

Common phrases: thank you goodbye, thank you everyone

Questions about thank you

What does thank you mean?

You say this to show that you are pleased with something someone has done or given you.

What is thank you in other languages?

Türkçe: teşekkür ederim · Español: gracias · Français: merci · Deutsch: danke · Italiano: grazie · 日本語: ありがとう

How do you pronounce thank you?

It is pronounced /ˈθæŋk juː/.

How do you use thank you in a sentence?

Thank you for the gift. Thank you very much for your help.

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