Synonyms for

Thankyou

Verb / ˈθæˈŋkju: / Another word for thankyou — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Thankyou is an expression used to show gratitude or appreciation.

Synonyms & similar words

thanks gratitude appreciation acknowledgment recognition gratefulness grace obliged indebted pleased obligated beholden indebt grateful thankful glad pleasure appreciated

Synonyms by register

Formal

gratitude appreciation acknowledgment

Informal

cheers ta thanks a bunch much obliged

Literary

benediction grace

Antonyms

unthanked unacknowledged ungrateful churlish disdainful impolite

Common collocations

  • say thank you
  • thank you very much
  • thank you in advance
  • thank you for your help
  • thank you for everything
  • thank you for the gift
  • send thank you

Word family

noun thank you
verb thank
adjective thankful
adverb thankfully

Usage note

While 'thank you' is a common expression of gratitude, 'thanks' is a more informal alternative. 'Thank you' can also be used as a noun, as in 'He received a thank you.'

Example sentences

  1. I want to say thankyou for the lovely gift.
  2. Thankyou for inviting me to your party.
  3. I am thankyou for your help.
  4. Thankyou for being my friend.
  5. I express thankyou to my parents for their support.

Quotes

  • "Thankyou is the best prayer that anyone could say." - Alice Walker
  • "Thankyou is the bridge from one heart to another." - Unknown
  • "Thankyou is the sweetest thing in a language." - Unknown

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