English Dictionary
Definition thank you in British English
thank you
interjection
What are red words?
Around 90% of spoken and written English relies on just 7,500 common words.
These words are highlighted in red and are ranked using a star system.
- One-star words are commonly used
- Two-star words are even more common
- Three-star words are the most frequently used
interjection
What are red words?
Around 90% of spoken and written English relies on just 7,500 common words.These words are highlighted in red and are ranked using a star system.
- One-star words are commonly used
- Two-star words are even more common
- Three-star words are the most frequently used
Ways of saying thank you
the most usual way of saying thank you
a formal way of saying thank you, often used when refusing an invitation
a formal way of thanking someone for something they have done for you
an informal way of saying thank you, used when someone has helped you in a difficult situation
a more informal way of saying thank you
used ironically, when someone has not helped you at all
used for saying thank you in a way that sounds polite but is not completely sincere
used when someone gives you a present
used when making a formal speech
a formal way of saying thank you, used in letters and emails
Examples:
Thanks a lot for all your help.
That’s very kind of you, Mrs Wilson, but I’m afraid we’d already made plans to have lunch in town.
I am much obliged to you for your patience during the recent difficulties.
Oh, thanks, John, you’ve saved my life! She was just about to ask me for my homework. ♦ Thanks for telling my mum I wasn’t here. I owe you one!
Cheers, Sara! I’ll buy the drinks next time.
‘You could always join us later.’ ‘Yeah, thanks a bunch, just when all the food is finished.’
‘Since you did all the housework and cooked dinner, I’ll clear up the dishes.’ ‘You’re too kind!’
Oh, you shouldn’t have! These flowers are beautiful.
I’d like to thank my mother, my father, and all those who’ve helped me over the years.
Many thanks for the lovely present.
Ways of accepting thanks
used in reply to someone who has thanked you to say that you were happy to help
a more formal way of replying to someone who has thanked you
used in reply to someone who has thanked you when you know the person well
Examples:
‘Thank you very much for the lift.’ ‘Don’t mention it. I was going this way anyway.’
‘Thanks a lot for looking after the children.’ ‘It’s my pleasure. I adore children.’
‘Cheers, Rory. I couldn’t have managed without your help.’ ‘No problem, mate.’
