Best word to say thank you

What is the best way to say thank you? How to say thank you?

This is a very popular question that many of our students often ask. In fact, there are several ways to express your gratitude!

In this article, we will look at the various ways of saying ‘thanks’, and how they would differ in a number of situations. Whether you need to say it formally or informally. To a friend or to a colleague. For a gift or for someone’s help. There’s a whole variety of phrases you can use!

Everyone wants to be appreciated, so say it the right way, and show that you mean it by being sincere, rather than seeming as if you are just saying thank you out of obligation.

It’s not just about expressing verbal gratitude, but also about using the right body language and selecting the right words!

Have a look at the various options below, and pick the right one for the occasion…

Saying Thank You to your TEACHER
Saying Thank You at a WEDDING
Saying Thank You at CHRISTMAS
Saying Thank You to your BOSS
Saying Thank You in FORMAL BUSINESS
ACCEPTING THANKS

👉 SOME BASIC PHRASES

• Thank you
• Thanks.
• Thanks a lot.
• Thank you very much.
• Thank you. That’s very kind of you.
• Thank you. You’re so helpful.
• Thanks for your kind words.
• Thank you for coming here today.
• “I love your dress; you look so beautiful!” – “Thank you very much.”
• “Would you like a sandwich?” – “Oh, thanks. I would love one.”
• “Can I help you with anything?” – “No, thank you. I’m fine at the moment.”
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👉 SAYING THANK YOU TO YOUR TEACHER

This can be done in many ways. As we know, teachers are generally helpful, considerate, encouraging, and forthcoming towards their students.

The way you say it would depend on what you are saying thank you for. Teachers are some of the most influential and inspiring people that we come across in our lives, yet they tend to be regrettably under-appreciated.

Just writing a simple ‘thank you’ note, or saying a few special words will go a long way, and be remembered for years to come. Even recommending your teacher to others is a great way to show that you really enjoyed studying with them!

Phrases with examples:

• Thank you I really appreciate your help.
• I am eternally grateful for everything you’ve taught me.
• Thank you for sharing your wisdom with me.
• I cannot thank you enough for helping me.
• I am very thankful that you are my teacher.
• How can I ever thank you enough.
• Teachers like you are not easy to find.
• I really appreciate all the hard work you’ve done to help me.
• I am grateful for the positive learning environment you provided me with.
• I have learnt so much, thanks to you.
• Thank you for your guidance and support.
• Thank you for helping me improve.
• I want you to know how much I value your support.
• Your lessons have been very insightful and fun!
• I have had so much fun learning with you!
• Your approach to teaching inspires me.
• Thank you for being patient and helping me improve.
• I wholeheartedly appreciate everything you’ve done for me.
• You’re the best teacher ever!

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• “I just want to say how grateful I am that you were my teacher. Your guidance and support has been amazing! Thank you for helping me improve”
• “I really appreciate all the hard work you’ve done to help me. I have learnt so much, and it’s all thanks to you!”
• “You were there for me every step of the way, and I wholeheartedly appreciate everything you’ve done for me.”
• “Thank you for being so patient, and helping me improve! Teachers like you are hard to find, and I’m eternally grateful for everything you’ve taught me.”
• “I had so much fun learning with you. Your lessons were very insightful and interactive, so thank you. You’re the best teacher ever!”

👉 Thank you letter to teacher

We teachers often feel underappreciated. The bell rings to signal the end of the school year and the kids can’t get out of the classroom quick enough.

All the support you gave and work you put into making your classes as meaningful, dynamic and motivating as possible suddenly seems like it may have been a waste of time.

Then, one child re-enters the classroom and slips a piece of paper in your hand. A hand-written Thank you letter!

Think about what makes that special teacher so special and what they did for you specifically and finally what you would like to thank them for.

If you are a student or a parent who feels that their teacher deserves a thank you then here are some ideas that you could include in your letter.

Showing gratitude:

• I may not have always shown it but I’m so grateful to have had an awesome teacher like you.
• I know I didn’t always show it in class and I wasn’t always easy to teach but I really do appreciate everything you have done for me this year.
• I’m so grateful you were my teacher (or my child’s teacher).

Complimenting:

• Your positivity and encouragement brightened my days.
• You are always kind and understanding.
• You have been a mentor, a support and a guide to me.

What you did for me:

• You made me a better, more thoughtful person.
• Your kindness made me feel welcome and comfortable.
• You helped me see that I can be more.
• You’ve set a great example for me to follow
• You’ve inspired me to always strive to do my best.

Giving thanks:

• Thank you for your patience throughout this year. It meant the world to me.
• Thank you for all your hard work and the wisdom you shared.
• I’ll always remember attending your class. Thank you for being one of the few great teachers out there.

The future:

• You have given me the strength I need to take the next steps toward my dream of…
• You’ve inspired me to plan my future. You’ve given me reason to believe I can do anything I set my mind to.
• You gave me the confidence to dream big.

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👉 SAYING THANK YOU AT A WEDDING

There are various reasons why people would want to express thanks to wedding guests. Maybe they bought an extravagant wedding present, gave a generous monetary gift, helped with the preparations, or simply turned up to join in the special celebrations!

It could even be that you were the wedding guest, and would like to thank them for the invite! Pick the right words and remember to make everyone feel like you really appreciate what they’ve done for you.

Phrases with examples:

• Thank you for coming.
• Thank you for joining us today.
• We appreciate you sharing our celebrations with us.
• Thank you for sharing this special day with us.

• We really appreciate your presence here.
• Thank you for the gift, we’re very grateful.
• I cannot thank you enough for the wonderful gift.
• We will remember this day and your contribution forever.
• You were invaluable today, thank you for all your help.
• What would we have done without your help? Thank you so much. (Rhetorical question)
• Thank you ever so much for your generous gift.
• Words cannot describe how grateful we are.
• It was a pleasure to be a part of your special day.
• Thank you for inviting me to share your special day.
• I’m very happy to be a part of your celebrations.

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• “Thank you for coming today. It’s been such a wonderful day, and we really appreciate you sharing it with us.”
• “Thank you for the gift, and for joining us today. It’s been so special, and we’re really glad you were her.”
• “Thank you so much for everything you did to help make this day perfect. What would we have done without you?” (Rhetorical question)
• “Thank you for all the lovely gifts, and for being here with us. It means a lot.”
• “Words cannot describe how grateful we are for your generous gift. Thank you ever so much.”
• “It was a pleasure to be a part of your special day. Thank you for inviting me, and sharing your happiness.”

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👉 Saying Thank You for Your Service

This thank you expression is specifically for service men and women who fought during a war. It is a way to honour former military members and to let them know that their sacrifices will always be appreciated.

In business, however, we may feel the customer service we received was of such high quality that it deserves recognition.

Thank you for your service examples:

• I would like to compliment your company on the excellent service I received last week.
• I wanted you to know how much I appreciate the excellent service provided by your customer service department recently.
• I have always been pleased with the service I have received when dealing with your department. However, the professionalism I experienced yesterday exceeded my expectations.
• Such a commitment to great customer service is to be commended.
• Thanks to your company and the excellent service provided by your staff, I was able to negotiate a deal with ….

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👉 SAYING THANK YOU AT CHRISTMAS

Christmas is a very special time of the year for many families; it is a time when friends and families can get together and celebrate in good cheer. It is usually a time of union, togetherness, and goodwill.

If you don’t celebrate Christmas, you may have an alternative special celebration which brings you closer to your loved ones, such as Eid, Diwali, Thanksgiving Day, or Hanukkah.

These expressions can be used for any of these occasions! Just change the word ‘Christmas’ to your own special occasion.

Phrases with examples:

• Thank you for the wonderful Christmas present.
• Thank you for the Christmas wishes.
• Sending special thanks to you this Christmas. (Written message)
• I’d like to say a warm thank you to you this Christmas.
• Thank you for making me feel special this Christmas.
• Thank you so much for making my Christmas so special.
• Thanks for the Christmas gifts; I love them!
• It has been a very special Christmas thanks to you. Happy Holidays.
• Thank you Santa! The children loved your gifts.
• Thank you for inviting us to your beautiful home for Christmas.
• Thank you for the wonderful Christmas feast!
• Thank you for including us in your Christmas festivities.
• Thank you for hosting Christmas dinner; it was divine.
• Thank you for a memorable Christmas gathering.
• You are a very gracious host. Thank you for the warm invite.
• I really appreciate the gift card, thank you so much!
• Thank you for such a practical gift.
• Thank you for the beautiful Christmas card.
• We all appreciate the lovingly wrapped gifts. Thank you so much!
• Sending you wishes of joy and happiness in return.
• Thank you for spreading the Christmas cheer.
• What a magical Christmas experience! Thank you.

• “I’d like to say a very warm thank you to you this Christmas. Thank you for making us feel so special. Merry Christmas”
• “Thank you for inviting us to your beautiful home for Christmas! You are a very gracious host and we had a magical time. Warm Wishes.”
• “What a wonderful Christmas feast, thank you ever so much! We had a lovely time.”
• “Thank you for the beautiful Christmas presents. How thoughtful of you!”
• “Thank you for the Christmas parcel. Sending you wishes of joy and happiness in return.”

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👉 SAYING THANK YOU TO YOUR BOSS

Managers, supervisors, and other people in superior positions to you at work can be quite hard to speak to on a regular day, let alone when having to say ‘thank you’ for something!

Especially if they have given you something you really needed, such as extended holiday time, professional support or even a promotion!

Using the right words is very important, if you want them to really understand how grateful you are, and that you’re not just saying thanks because they’re your boss and you have to…..!

Phrases with examples:

• Thank you for extending compassion and flexibility when I needed it.
• As a supervisor, you are truly inspirational to your staff.
• Your strong leadership skills along with your support has earned you much deserved respect.
• Your support and dedication to your team has earned you much deserved admiration.
• I am thankful to be a part of your team.
• The workers have seen your dedication, and we would like to express our appreciation.
• We are grateful for your kindness, loyalty and commitment to all of us.
• If there ever was a boss who deserves praise and adulation, that person is you!
• Thank you for providing us with such a great working environment.
• I want to thank you for the expression of faith in my abilities.
• I would like to sincerely thank you for this gesture.
• Allow me to express my sincerest gratitude for this opportunity you have given me.
• I value the trust you have put into me and will work hard to maintain it.
• Thank you very much for putting your trust in me and agreeing to my extended holiday request.
• I am eternally grateful for your trust, and appreciate you allowing me to have this time off work.
• Thank you for your support, guidance and encouragement.
• Thank you for the opportunities you provided, and for having faith in me.
• I would like to express my heartfelt thanks for giving me this opportunity.

• “I would like to sincerely thank you for such a fantastic opportunity. I appreciate your faith in my abilities and will certainly do my very best to meet your expectations.”
• “Allow me to express my sincerest gratitude for this opportunity you have given me. I am eternally grateful for the trust you have put in me and will work hard to maintain it.”
• “Thank you for extending compassion and flexibility when I needed it. As a supervisor, you are truly inspirational to your staff.”

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👉 SAYING THANK YOU IN FORMAL BUSINESS

In the business world, sometimes it is important to express thanks to people other than your boss too, such as colleagues, other firms, or even clients!

Showing that you appreciate them placing their business with you, providing support, or even partnership, is important. Here is how you can say it well. Most of these can be used for direct contact or email communication.

Phrases with examples:

• • Thank you very much; your support is greatly appreciated.
  • We would like to express our gratitude.
  • I am most grateful for your support.
  • Thank you for providing the requested information.
  • Thank you for all your assistance.
  • Thank you for raising your concerns.
  • Thank you for your kind co-operation.
  • Thank you for your attention to this matter.
  • Thank you for your consideration.
  • Thank you once again for everything you’ve done.
  • How kind you are to help me. Thank you very much.
  • Thank you for spending time with me.
  • Thank you for taking the trouble to help me. I do appreciate it.
  • Many thanks for your assistance in our project.
  • Many thanks for your letter/email.
  • I was so pleased to hear from you.
  • I greatly appreciate your kind words.

• I am very thankful that you are considering my problem.
• Thank you for your kind consideration.

• “I was so pleased to hear from you, and am very thankful that you’re considering my problem. Thank you for your attention to this matter.”
• “I would like to express my gratitude for all that you have done. I am most grateful for your support. Thank you for taking the time to help me, I really do appreciate it.”
• “I am very thankful that you are considering my application. I appreciate your response and look forward to hearing from you again soon.”
• “Thank you for raising your concerns. I appreciate your co-operation and will respond to your query very soon.”

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👉 Thank you for your support

We have all been in that position at least once in our lives when we have needed support. We all hope that when that time comes there will be someone we can lean on.

That someone could be a friend, a partner, a colleague or a family member. Sometimes, when life is back on track, we forget just how much that individual’s support meant to us and even worse we forget to say thank you.

It may seem a little formal to write down our thanks in a letter but every now and again it is the only way we can truly express how appreciative we are. Here are some suggestions for writing that all important thank you letter or for expressing your thanks orally.

• When I really needed you, you were there for me. Thank you so much for everything.
• Words cannot express how grateful I am for everything you have done for me.
• You don’t realise how much your help and support has meant to me. Thank you.
• Please accept this letter as a small token of my appreciation for the support you have given me.
• I will always remember your kindness and support.
• I just wanted to express how much I appreciate your support. Thank you for being there for me.
• You have no idea how much your support has meant to me at this very difficult time.
• You cannot imagine how much strength your support has given me at this very difficult time.

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👉 Saying Thank You for Your Patience

When we thank someone for their patience what are we actually thanking them for? The Cambridge English Dictionary defines patience as:

The ability to accept delay, suffering, or annoyance without complaining or becoming angry.

In this modern world, where customer service forms a core part of any business, the phrase thank you for your patience is used in abundance.

It is a common, polite expression which is used to acknowledge that the other person, usually the client or customer, has been waiting for longer than expected.

This expression is often used in formal situations to diffuse a potentially difficult situation and help maintain a positive relationship.

Thank you for your patience examples:

A.Customer: I have been placed on hold for the last 20 minutes!
B.Customer service: I do apologise. Thank you for your patience.

• I understand your delivery is overdue and I would personally like to thank you for your patience in this matter. Your delivery has now been dispatched.
• We understand your frustration in this matter and we would like to assure you that we are working on finding a solution to the problem. In the meantime we would like to thank you for your patience and understanding.
• I know I haven’t always been easy to deal with. There have been times when I’m sure others would have walked away but you have always been there for me. Thank you for your patience.

Thank you for your patience Synonyms:

In the previous example, the synonym Thank you for putting up with me could be used instead as it is extremely informal and very colloquial.

Of course, it would depend on who the speakers are. They would need to have a very personal relationship.

For example, mother and daughter;

• Mum, I’m sorry I’ve been such a pain recently. I have been so stressed with my exams and I haven’t been getting much sleep. Thanks for not making my life any more difficult and thanks for putting up with me!

There are really no other synonyms that convey the same message.

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👉 ACCEPTING THANKS

• That’s all right.
• You’re welcome.
• You’re very welcome.
• Don’t mention it.
• Not at all.
• It wasn’t a problem at all.
• It’s nothing.
• It’s my pleasure.
• The pleasure is all mine.
• My pleasure.

• “Thanks a lot for your help, you’re very kind.” – “Don’t mention it.”
• ‘Thanks a lot for looking after the children.” – “It’s my pleasure. I love children.”
• “Thank you so much. I couldn’t have managed without your help.” – “No problem.”
• “Thank you for such a wonderful gift.” – “You’re very welcome.”

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👉 Thank You Letter to a Sponsor

When writing a letter remember:

• to write your name, your address and the date the letter was written on the right hand side of the page.
• to write the name and address of the recipient of the letter underneath your contact details but on the left hand side of the page.

Below is a sample thank you letter to a sponsor, you can add more information to this letter if you wish.

This is a very generic thank you letter as I don’t know the type of organisation you are working for or what the sponsor has done for your organisation.

I think you should make this letter more personal by thanking them and highlighting how important their contribution is to the organisation.

For example:

• If you are a coach of a football team and you need sponsors to help send your players to a football camp, you could write; thank you for your generous donation because of your support we can now send the players to the football camp. This is really going to benefit them as players but also as individuals.
• If you are a charity organization and are raising money to provide shelter for the homeless, you could write; we appreciate your contribution to our organization. With your help we were able to provide shelter for 200 homeless people.

By adding in these personal aspects to the thank you letter, your sponsor will feel appreciated and will also feel content that their sponsorship and contribution to your organisation will not be in vain.

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👉 Thank you Letter for Job Offer

As a child, my parents placed great importance on thank you letters. I had to write one to my grandparents after every Birthday and Christmas present that I received.

I always saw it as a tiresome chore but now, as an adult, I understand the importance of thanking someone for their generosity and what greater gift is there, than a new job?

So, you may wish to thank your employer for this new opportunity and start your relationship off on the right foot. A thank you letter doesn’t need to be too long.

Simply express your gratitude and demonstrate how thankful you are for the new job opportunity. You might want to briefly explain why you’re particularly excited to work for the company and it is also important to include any information that could avoid confusion and might be helpful moving forward.

So, simply put, you need to address three key areas:

1. Saying thank you
2. Expressing enthusiasm
3. Confirming details

Here are some ideas for you to create the right tone in your thank you letter.

1. Saying thank you for job offer

• It is with great honour and appreciation that I thank you for the offer of a position in your company.
• I would like to formally thank you for offering me the opportunity to join your company.
• Thank you very much for this incredible opportunity.

2. Expressing enthusiasm

• I am delighted to inform you that I accept the offer with great enthusiasm.
• I am very excited to begin working, learning more about the company and finding ways to contribute my skills to the team.
• I am extremely passionate about the company’s mission/vision.

3. Confirming details

• As per our discussion, I would like to confirm my starting salary of $ …………, and my annual entitlement of 21 days paid holiday.
• I look forward to starting employment with your company on August 1^st at 9am.
• I will be sure to send you all the documents you requested by the end of the week.  

I will leave you with this final piece of advice.

In your thank you letter, do not apologise or mention any negative aspects of what happened in the interview. For example, if you would like to apologize for calling someone by the wrong name, don’t!

Or if you want to express your pleasure and surprise that you got the job without the skill set or experience the interviewer mentioned you needed, don’t! Check your letter for mistakes!

After all your hard work to strike the right chord with your new employer and create that fantastic first impression, don’t blow it with spelling mistakes or typos. Check and double check your letter.

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👉 Saying Thank You in Different Languages

Thank you in Spanish: Gracias
Thank you very much in Spanish: Muchas gracias!

Thank you in Italian: Grazie
Thank you very much in Italian: Grazie mille!

Thank you in Japanese: Arigato (ah-ree-gah’-toh) or written ありがとう
Thank you very much in Japanese: Dōmo arigatōgozaimashita or written どうもありがとうございました

Thank you in French: Merci
Thank you very much in French: Merci Beaucoup

Thank you in German: Danke
Thank you very much in German: Vielen Dank! Danke Schön!

Thank you in Chinese: Xièxiè 谢谢
Thank you very much in Chinese: Fēicháng gǎnxiè nǐ 非常感谢你

Thank you in Mandarin: Xièxiè 谢谢
Thank you very much in Mandarin: Fēicháng gǎnxiè nǐ 非常感谢你

Thank you in Korean: Gomabseubnida 고맙습니다
Thank you very much in Korean: Daedanhi gamsahabnida 대단히 감사합니다.

Thank you in Russian: Spasibo Спасибо
Thank you very much in Russian: Bol’shoye Spasibo большое спасибо

Thank you in Portuguese: Obrigado
Thank you very much in Portuguese: Muito Obrigado

Thank you in Arabic: Shukraan Lakum
Thank you very much in Arabic: Shukraan Jazilaan

Thank you in Thai: K̄hxbkhuṇ ขอบคุณ
Thank you very much in Thai: K̄hxbkhuṇ māk ขอบคุณมาก

Thank you in Greek: Efcharistó Ευχαριστώ
Thank you very much in Greek: Efcharistó polý Ευχαριστώ πολύ

Thank you in Vietnamese: Cảm ơn bạn
Thank you very much in Vietnamese: Cảm ơn nhiều

Thank you Emoji: 🙏

Thank you in Dutch: Dank je
Thank you very much in Dutch: Dank u zeer!

Thank you in Hindi: dhanyavaad धन्यवाद
Thank you very much in Hindi: aapaka bahut bahut dhanyavaad आपका बहुत बहुत धन्यवाद

Thank you in Hungarian: Köszönöm (KØ-sø-nøm)
Thank you very much in Hungarian: Köszönöm szépen!

Thank you in Ukrainian: Dyakuyu Дякую
Thank you very much in Ukrainian: Velyke Spasybi! Велике спасибі

How do YOU say thank you? Enter it in the comment box below.

Writing a thank-you note or email message is a lovely gesture to express your appreciation, as well as your gratitude for the support someone has provided you. There are many opportunities to send them, too.

A thank-you note could make the difference between getting the job, the client, or the contract and being passed over in the business world. An interview thank-you note can solidify the impression you left with the interviewer and make you stand out from the competition.

Here are some of the best words and phrases to use to say thank you and show your appreciation to the recipient.

Words and Phrases to Use to Say Thank You

What’s the best way to show your appreciation? When you’re writing a thank-you note, choose a phrase that fits the reason you are saying thank you.

If someone has helped you at work, on a project, or with a problem, let them know you appreciate the assistance. If you are sending a job interview thank-you note, thank the interviewer for his or her consideration. When people give you career advice or a tip on a job opening, tell them you appreciate the guidance or the suggestion.

When you’re sending a personal thank-you letter or message, simply stating your thanks and appreciation is often all you need to do—your note does not need to be lengthy.

General Thank-You Phrases

These general thank-you phrases can be used for all personal and professional communications:

• Thank you so much.
• Thank you very much.
• I appreciate your consideration.
• I appreciate your guidance.
• I appreciate your help.
• I appreciate your time.
• I sincerely appreciate ….
• My sincere appreciation.
• My sincere gratitude.
• My sincere thanks.
• My thanks and appreciation.
• Please accept my deepest thanks.
• Thank you for your assistance.
• Thank you for your consideration.
• Thank you for your encouragement.
• Thank you for your guidance.
• Thank you for your support.
• Thank you for your thoughtfulness.
• Thank you for your time. 

Business Thank-You Phrases

Sending a business thank-you note is not only professional, it’s a way to build a relationship with your professional business contacts.

• I appreciate your assistance and look forward to your continuing to work on our account.
• Many thanks for giving me this opportunity.
• Thank you for referring [individual name] to me for [services provided].
• Thank you for referring us to [company name].
• Thanks very much for the assistance you provide my business. I sincerely appreciate it.

Personal Thank-You Phrases

Use these phrases to let someone know how much you appreciate what they have done for you:

• I am grateful for your support.
• I appreciate you.
• I appreciate your taking the time.
• I value the insights and guidance you provide.
• I wanted to thank you as soon as possible.
• I truly appreciate the confidence you showed in me.
• I very much appreciate your help.
• It was very thoughtful of you.
• Thank you for your assistance.
• Thank you for everything you do.
• You are always so helpful.
• You are the best.
• You have been most helpful.
• You have my gratitude.

Professional and Career-Related Thank-Yous

It’s always a good idea to thank everyone who has helped with your job search and your career or provided other professional advice or assistance.

• I am so very thankful for your time.
• I appreciate the information and advice you have shared.
• I sincerely appreciate the assistance.
• Many thanks for your assistance.
• Many thanks for your time.
• Thank you for accepting my connection request.
• Thank you for connecting with me. It’s an honor!
• Thank you for the assistance you have provided me with during my job search.
• Thank you for all the help you have given me with my job search. 
• Thank you for taking the time to talk to me. I very much appreciate the time you spent discussing career options with me.
• Thank you for providing me with advice.
• Thank you for sharing your expertise.
• Thank you for speaking with me. Your insights were truly helpful.
• Thank you for spending time with me.
• Thank you for taking time from your schedule to talk to me.

Thank You for Your Consideration

When you’re requesting something from an individual or an organization, be sure to add “thank you for the consideration” or one of the following options to your email or letter:

• Thank you very much for your consideration.
• Thank you for your consideration and forthcoming response.
• Thank you for your consideration and attention to this matter.
• Thank you for considering my request.
• I am very grateful for your consideration.
• I appreciate your consideration and look forward to hearing from you.
• I sincerely appreciate your consideration.

Thank You for Your Help and Support

Has someone helped you out? Be sure to take the time to relay your gratitude.

• I appreciate your help.
• I am grateful for your help.
• I am so very grateful for your time.
• I greatly appreciate your help.
• Thank you for such a wonderful contribution.
• Thank you for taking the time.
• Thank you for taking the trouble to help me.
• Thank you for all the help!
• Thank you for your assistance with this matter.
• Thank you so much for the help. Please let me know if I can return the favor.
• I am grateful for your help.
• I very much appreciate your support.
• Thank you for your support.

Thank You for a Job Interview

Thanking the interviewer after a one-on-one interview not only shows your appreciation. It’s also a reminder that you’re a strong candidate for the job.

• I appreciate having the opportunity to speak with you today about the [job title] position at [company name]. 
• I appreciate the time you and the [company name] team spent interviewing me.
• I appreciate your time and consideration in interviewing me for this position.
• I enjoyed speaking with you about the opportunity to work with your company.
• I greatly appreciate the time you took to interview me.
• I sincerely appreciate the time you took to interview me.
• I sincerely enjoyed meeting with you to discuss the [job title] opening.
• I would like to thank you and your staff for the opportunity to meet with you.
• Many thanks for the opportunity to meet with you.
• Thank you for speaking with me about the [job title] position at [company name].
• Thank you for the courtesy you extended to me during my interview.

Thank You for Providing a Reference or Referral

Reference writing can be labor-intensive, and it can also take time to refer someone for a job. Your connections will appreciate receiving a thank-you email or message. Also take the time to let them know when you’ve obtained a new position.

• I appreciate your taking the time to write a reference for me.
• I really appreciate the reference you gave to [company name] on my behalf.
• Thank you for taking the time to provide me with a reference.
• Thank you very much for recommending me for the position.
• Thank you for referring me for the job at [company name].
• Thank you so very much for referring me for the [job title] position at [company name]. 
• Thank you so much for putting me in touch with [individual name] at [company name].
• Thank you so much; I really appreciate it!

Workplace Thank-You Phrases

Bosses and employees love to be thanked, especially when they do something extra.

• I really appreciate the effort you have contributed to your team’s project. 
• I sincerely appreciate your flexibility and willingness to help.
• I wanted to express my personal gratitude for the effort and extra time you have contributed.
• Thank you for your confidence and support.
• Thank you for your help. I’m thrilled to have you on our team.
• Thank you for always going above and beyond.
• Thank you for showing what it means to be part of a team.
• Thank you so much for meeting with me yesterday regarding the project I’m working on.

How to Close Your Message

How you end your message or note is important, too. A professional closing such as “Sincerely,” “Best regards,” or “With appreciation” will add a nice finishing touch to your communication.

How and When to Say Thank-You

When you’re job searching, you’ll have many different opportunities to say thank you to those who assist you and to prospective employers. In the workplace, a timely note of appreciation is a good way to recognize those who have taken the time to help you out.

Types of Thank-You Notes

Thank-you notes can be handwritten, typed, or emailed, depending on preference and circumstances. Thanking someone for acting as a reference for you, providing a referral, or for letting you shadow them at their job, for example, doesn’t require the swift delivery that an interview thank-you would for a role where the hiring process is going to move along quickly, requiring you to send your thanks immediately after your interview.

If the job you’re interviewing for isn’t for an immediate hire, a handwritten thank-you note can help you stand out from the competition.

A handwritten note will give the reader a tangible reminder of your appreciation. A small business or a colleague may look kindly on a handwritten note, while a corporate contact will probably expect, and prefer, an emailed note.

A typed letter is a formal way to show your appreciation and a way to document the details of why you’re writing. In the workplace, appreciation letters may be included in an employee’s personnel file.

When to Send a Thank-You Note

Timing is almost as important as what you say. An email will make an immediate impression. That’s key if you’re in contention for a job, especially at a medium-sized to large company. An interview thank-you note should be sent within 24 hours of the interview.

For other types of thank-you correspondence, you don’t need to write it immediately but don’t wait too long. It’s important to relay your thanks while it’s still relevant to you and the recipient.

Review a Thank-You Note Example

Here’s an example of a thank-you email from a manager thanking an employee for their support.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

В статье рассмотрим 20 слов и выражений, которыми можно поблагодарить человека в разных ситуациях.

Универсальное thank you и более разговорное thanks всегда будут поняты и приняты. Однако иногда этого недостаточно, чтобы выразить то, что вы чувствуете. Сегодня расскажем о нюансах, традициях и нормах использования слов благодарности, будь то ответ на комплимент, реакция на подарок или признательность за оказанную услугу.

1. Thanks a bunch. — Большое спасибо. / Огромное спасибо.

Разговорная фраза thanks a bunch распространена в американском английском и обычно используется среди друзей или хороших знакомых как альтернатива thank you very much. В этом значении можно также услышать thanks a ton, thanks loads и thanks heaps.

Носители британского английского отмечают, что для них thanks a bunch звучит скорее саркастично, хотя ключевую роль всегда играет интонация.

2. Thanks a lot. — Огромное спасибо.

Thanks a lot также употребляется в непринужденной обстановке. Однако с этой фразой тоже нужно быть осторожным, так как ее часто используют с иронией или для выражения досады, обиды и раздражения.

3. Thanks a million. — Большое спасибо.

Разговорная фраза, которая используется, когда вы действительно рады услышать или получить что-то от человека, но также употребляется и в ситуации, когда благодарить как раз не за что.

4. Thanks for nothing. — Спасибо за медвежью услугу. / Ну спасибо.

Этой фразой можно показать свое недовольство, возмущение или разочарование, если кто-то вас подвел, что-то не сделал или сделал, но не так.

5. I really appreciate it. — Я это очень ценю.

I really appreciate it можно сказать, чтобы выразить искреннюю благодарность за то, что вам помогли или сделали что-то приятное. Обычно фраза используется взрослыми людьми как в кругу друзей и семьи, так и в деловой коммуникации.

6. You’ve made my day. — Спасибо, ты поднял мне настроение.

Эту фразу употребляют, когда хотят поблагодарить человека за помощь, за дружеский жест или комплимент. Также ее можно сказать тому, с кем вам приятно находиться в одной компании. Синонимичная фраза — you’ve made me happy.

7. You shouldn’t have. — Да не нужно было. / Не стоило.

Фраза используется, когда принимают подарки или благодарят за неожиданную услугу. Так носители выражают свое удивление или смущение, особенно если речь идет о щедром подарке. В случае со скромным знаком внимания you shouldn’t have может звучать наигранно и чересчур вежливо. Сейчас фраза употребляется все реже и в основном людьми старшего поколения.

Вместо you shouldn’t have можно услышать you’re too kind (вы очень любезны) или you’re too generous (вы чересчур щедры), которые также считаются вежливыми формами выражения благодарности.

8. We would like to express our gratitude… — Мы бы хотели выразить благодарность…

Это клише, которое уместно только в официальных ситуациях и часто звучит пафосно, неискренне и многословно. Перед существительным gratitude (благодарность) можно использовать слова heartfelt (сердечная), sincere (искренняя), deep (глубокая), profound (глубокая) и immense (безмерная).

9. Much obliged. — Премного благодарен. / Весьма признателен.

Фразу much obliged и ее полный вариант I am much obliged используют в официальной обстановке. Это очень вежливый способ выразить благодарность, который многие считают устаревшим. Much obliged можно услышать в исторических фильмах и сериалах, где это выражение помогает передать дух времени.

10. I owe you one. — Я перед тобой в долгу. / За мной должок.

Когда кто-то вас выручил, можно сказать эту фразу. Обратите внимание, что I owe you one звучит непринужденно и уместно только в кругу друзей, приятелей или коллег, с которыми у вас хорошие отношения.

11. I can’t thank you enough. — Даже не знаю, как тебя отблагодарить.

Если человек сделал что-то особенное, пошел на риск или ему пришлось чем-то пожертвовать ради вас, то стандартного «спасибо» будет недостаточно. I can’t thank you enough означает, что вы готовы бесконечно благодарить этого человека. Фраза звучит очень эмоционально, поэтому в официальной обстановке будет неуместна.

12. It’s so kind of you. — Так любезно с вашей стороны. / Мне очень приятно.

Распространенный ответ на комплимент или благодарность за оказанную услугу. Фраза универсальна и может использоваться как в деловых ситуациях, где нужно соблюдать вежливость, так и среди друзей и семьи, чтобы показать, что вы цените их заботу и внимание.

От носителей вы можете услышать созвучные выражения: that’s very kind of you (это очень приятно с вашей стороны), how nice of you (как мило с твоей стороны), what a lovely thing to say (так приятно, что вы это сказали).

13. How thoughtful of you. — Как это мило. / Вы очень внимательны.

Эту фразу часто используют, когда принимают подарки или реагируют на добрые поступки как родных и близких, так и малознакомых людей. Прилагательное thoughtful переводится как «заботливый», «внимательный».

14. This means a lot to me. — Это так много для меня значит.

Выражение употребляют в случае, когда вам важно то, что сказал или сделал другой человек. Существует также более образный вариант — it means the world to me. Обе фразы обычно говорят родным и близким.

15. I’m grateful for that. — Я очень благодарен за это. / Благодарю!

Эта фраза чаще используется на торжественных мероприятиях или в деловой среде. Результаты исследования, проведенного Гарвардской школой бизнеса и Пенсильванским университетом, показали, что I’m grateful звучит искреннее, чем дежурное thank you, создает доброжелательную рабочую атмосферу и мотивирует сотрудников.

Не путайте прилагательные grateful и thankful. Grateful обозначает «признательный за что-то хорошее», а thankful переводится как «довольный из-за того, что неприятности позади». Больше о разнице между ними читайте в статье «Похожие английские слова, которые часто путают. Часть 2».

16. Many thanks. — Огромное спасибо.

Many thanks используется, когда вы хотите кого-то поблагодарить. Чаще встречается в деловой переписке, чем в речи.

17. Thanks but no thanks. — Спасибо, но нет. / Спасибо, не надо.

Thanks but no thanks могут сказать, когда хотят вежливо от чего-то отказаться. Первое thanks — это благодарность за предложение, а thanks в конце фразы смягчает отрицательный ответ. Однако часто фразу говорят с сарказмом, когда нет желания принимать участие в том, что предлагают, поскольку сама идея кажется неразумной или звучит как издевка.

18. You’re the best. — Ты лучше всех.

Иногда вместо «спасибо» можно сделать человеку комплимент или выразить ваше к нему отношение. You’re the best — один из таких способов. Это выражение используется только в неофициальной обстановке, обычно по отношению к друзьям или членам семьи. От носителей можно также услышать you’re awesome (ты просто прелесть) или you rock (ты супер).

19. Much appreciated. — Спасибо. / Премного благодарен.

Эту фразу используют как в речи, так и на письме по отношению к хорошим знакомым, коллегам или друзьям. Выражение much appreciated уместно в конце короткого разговора или сообщения в мессенджере, но в официальной обстановке может показаться небрежным.

20. I’m indebted to you. — Я перед тобой в долгу. / Я ваш должник.

Если вы искренне хотите поблагодарить кого-то за неоценимую услугу или поддержку, то эта фраза как раз подойдет. Она подразумевает, что вы в свою очередь также готовы помочь человеку в трудную минуту.

Для большей эмоциональности перед indebted часто добавляют deeply (глубоко), greatly (очень) или forever (навсегда).

You saved my son and I’m forever indebted to you. — Вы спасли моего сына, и я навсегда в долгу перед вами.

Теперь вы можете сделать обычное «спасибо» более приветливым, вежливым, искренним, саркастичным и даже высокопарным. А чтобы вы знали, как ответить на слова благодарности, рекомендуем нашу статью «17 способов сказать «пожалуйста» в английском языке».

Предлагаем проверить, как вы усвоили материал, и пройти небольшой тест.

Some daily situations – at work and in our personal lives – require more formal language. And this is often true in writing.

For example, if you’re expressing thankfulness or gratitude in a speech at a wedding, a formal reception or networking event, or in a lecture, it would be appropriate to choose more formal language.

Or if you’re writing thank you notes to friends and family members; if you’re sending an email to say thank you to a new client; or writing to another company, again, you’ll want to use these more formal expressions.

I’m so grateful for… / I’m so thankful for… / Many thanks for…

Writing some thank you notes to friends who helped you after the birth of a baby or while you were helping a sick parent?

• “I’m so grateful for your help. It was a challenging time but you made it easier. Thank you.”
• “I’m so thankful friends like you.”

I truly appreciate… / Thank you ever so much for… / It’s so kind of you to…

Are you sending an email to everyone on your team at work for working overtime or volunteering to work on a Saturday?

• “I truly appreciate everyone’s efforts and commitments to our success. Thank you for taking time out of your personal time to meet our deadline.”
• “It was kind of each of you – and your families – to give up a Saturday to help our company volunteer at the 10km race to benefit cancer research.”

Thank you for going through the trouble to… / Thank you for taking the time to… 

Did one of your business contacts take some extra time to give you some information you needed? Send an email to say thank you…

• “Hi, Samantha. I just wanted to send a note to say thank you for taking the trouble to answer all my questions. I know you are busy and I appreciate that you took the time to respond quickly. Thank you.”

I’m eternally grateful for… / I cannot thank you enough for… / I want you to know how much I value… / Words cannot describe how grateful I am for… / Please accept my deepest thanks for…

Sometimes we have very difficult times in our lives. Maybe a loved one becomes ill. Someone passes away. Or perhaps you lose a job.

Tragedies happen. These can be terribly stressful times. If you are writing someone to thank them to help you, these expressions are most appropriate.

• “I’m eternally grateful to you for providing dinners to my family while I was in the hospital. I felt comforted knowing they were well-feed.”
• “Words cannot express how grateful I am for your help after my mom passed away. I was devastated and you helped me get through each day. ”