HOW TO PRONOUNCE
Thank You
/ˈθæŋk ˌju/
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What does Thank You mean?
interjection
- An expression of gratitude or politeness in response to something done or given.
- Used as a polite affirmative to accept an offer.
- A polite dismissal; usually used in professional contexts.
More meanings (1)
noun
- Alternative spelling of thank-you.
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IPA pronunciation
/ˈθæŋk ˌju/
Wiktionary contributors · CC BY-SA 4.0 ↗Other dictionary pronunciations
/ˈðæŋk ˌju//ˈθeɪ̯ŋk ˌju//ˈðeɪ̯ŋk ˌju/
These alternatives are not labeled by regional accent.
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In the pages of books
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“Oh, thank you,” said Anne, as if Marilla had just conferred a tremendous favor, “I’ll make out the menu this very night.”
And, honest company, I thank you all, That have beheld me give away myself To this most patient, sweet, and virtuous wife.
More book examples (3)
“Pray sit down, madam. You will hurt yourself there if you fall. I will not speak until you sit down. Thank you.”
“Going without even a 'thank you,' right in the face of all the pains I've taken to make it interesting for him!”
“Thank you, Jim,” said he quite loudly, “that was all I wanted to know,” as if he had asked me a question.