thank
word
/ˈθæŋk/
THANGK
/θˈæŋk/
THANGK
Definition
To express gratitude or appreciation to someone for something they have done or given.
Usage & Nuances
Commonly used in formal and informal situations. Often accompanied by 'you' as in 'thank you'. Phrases like 'thank you very much' or 'thanks a lot' express stronger gratitude. Do not confuse with 'think'. Sometimes used as a noun in 'say your thanks'.
Spanish: agradecerPortuguese (BR): agradecerPortuguese (PT): agradecerChinese (Simplified): 感谢Chinese (Traditional): 感謝Hindi: धन्यवाद देनाArabic: شكرBengali: ধন্যবাদ জানানো - কৃতজ্ঞতা প্রকাশ করাRussian: благодаритьJapanese: 感謝するVietnamese: cảm ơnKorean: 감사하다Turkish: teşekkür etmekUrdu: شکریہ ادا کرناIndonesian: berterima kasih
Example Sentences
I want to thank you for your help.
basic
She said thanks after receiving the gift.
basic
Please thank your parents for me.
basic
I didn't expect you to thank me; it’s nothing really.
natural
We should always thank people who help us in tough times.
natural
Thanks a lot, man! I really thank you for that.
natural