Gratefully Meaning in English
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Definition
In a way that shows thanks or deep appreciation for something that has been done.
Usage & Nuances
Used mainly in formal and polite contexts to express sincere thanks. Commonly follows expressions like 'accept...gratefully' or 'smile gratefully.' Not used to mean happy; it specifically expresses appreciation.
Spanish: agradecidamente - con gratitudPortuguese (BR): gratamente - com gratidãoPortuguese (PT): gratamente - com gratidãoChinese (Simplified): 感激地 - 满怀感激地Chinese (Traditional): 感激地 - 滿懷感激地Hindi: आभारपूर्वक - कृतज्ञतापूर्वकArabic: بامتنانی - بامتنانBengali: কৃতজ্ঞতাভরে - কৃতজ্ঞভাবেRussian: с благодарностью - признательноJapanese: 感謝して - 有難くVietnamese: một cách biết ơnKorean: 감사하게 - 고마워하며Turkish: minnettar bir şekildeUrdu: شکرگزاری کے ساتھ - ممنونیت سےIndonesian: dengan penuh terima kasih - dengan bersyukur
Example Sentences
She smiled gratefully when I handed her the lost wallet.
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He nodded gratefully after I helped him carry the boxes.
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We accepted the gift gratefully.
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She gratefully took the cup of tea after her long walk.
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“Thank you so much,” he said gratefully to his friend.
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I would gratefully accept any advice you have.
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