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"Thank you" is one of the most used words in any language. It is pleasant to pronounce and hear. However, even in Russian, few people use substitutes for this word, let alone English.
Nevertheless, we propose to correct this injustice and want to share several beautiful and no less necessary substitutes for the well-known 'thank you' .
Table 1. How to say thank you in English.
| Substitute | Comment |
|---|---|
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Thanks (a lot) |
The most used way to thank |
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That's very kind of you |
Formal way of saying thank you: often used when you have to decline an invitation |
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You've saved my life |
Conversational way of saying thank you: used when someone helped you in a difficult situation |
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Ta/ Cheers |
The most informal way to thank |
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Thanks a bunch |
Used with irony when, on the contrary, they did not help you |
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You shouldn't have |
Used when you are given a gift |
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I'd like to thank… |
Used when you are giving a formal speech |
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Many thanks |
Formal way of saying thank you, used in writing |
Table 2. Thank you in English. Examples with translation
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Thanks a lot for all your help. |
Thanks a lot for all your help. |
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That's very kind of you, Mr.Wilson, but I'm afraid we've already arranged to have lunch in town. |
That's very kind of you, Mr Wilson, but I'm afraid we've already planned lunch in town. |
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John, you've saved my life! She was just about to ask me for my homework! |
John, you saved my life! She was just about to ask me for my homework! |
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Cheers'mate! I'll buy the drinks next time. |
Thank you friend! Next time I buy drinks. |
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'You could always join us later.' 'Yeah, thanks a bunch, just when all the food is finished.' |
"You can always join us." “Yes, thank you. When they've all eaten." |
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Oh, you shouldn't have! These flowers are beautiful. |
Oh, you shouldn't! These flowers are wonderful. |
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I'd like to thank my mother, my father and all those who've helped me over the years. |
I would like to thank my mother, my father and everyone who has helped me throughout the years. |
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Many thanks for the lovely present. |
Thank you very much for the lovely gift. |
Now directly about 'thank you'. As you know, this expression literally translates as "thank you." Few people use any additions to this expression. Meanwhile, there are many of them.
Words of gratitude in English
How to say "thank you very much"?
This desire can be expressed using the adverbs heartily , profusely , sincerely , warmly , wholeheartedly .
How to "publicly express gratitude"?
This can be done formally or publicly .
What are the most commonly used words after 'thank you?'
Thank you for your assistance
Thank you for your contribution
Thank you for your effort
Thank you for your generosity
Thank you for your support
Thank you for your help
Thank you for your work
And to you, thank you for your attention!
