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UK//θæŋk juː ˈvɛri mʌtʃ//US//θæŋk ju ˈvɜri mʌtʃ//

Meaning of Thank you very much

An expression of gratitude or appreciation.

In simple words: A polite way to show gratitude.

Thank you very much in a sentence

  • Thank you very much for your help today.
  • I really appreciate your effort, thank you very much!
  • After the meal, he said, 'Thank you very much for this delightful dining experience.'

How to use Thank you very much

Use in any situation to express gratitude. More polite than just 'thank you'. Avoid in very casual settings.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Think of 'thank you' as a handshake — now add 'very much' like a hug.

Related words

Collocations with Thank you very much

  • thank you very much indeed
  • thank you very much for your time
  • thank you very much for the support

Synonyms for Thank you very much

Opposites of Thank you very much

  • You're welcome
  • No, thank you
  • Don't mention it
  • No thanks

Common mistakes with Thank you very much

  • Omitting 'very' in more formal contexts.
  • Using too formally in casual conversations.
  • Confusing with just 'thanks' for casual replies.

Compare Thank you very much with Thanks, Thank you

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Frequently asked questions about "Thank you very much"

What does "Thank you very much" mean?

A polite way to show gratitude.

What is the definition of "Thank you very much"?

An expression of gratitude or appreciation.

How do you use "Thank you very much" in a sentence?

Thank you very much for your help today.

Can you give another example of "Thank you very much"?

I really appreciate your effort, thank you very much!

What are synonyms for "Thank you very much"?

Common alternatives include thanks, thank you, many thanks, thanks a lot, thanks bunch.

What is the opposite of "Thank you very much"?

Opposite meanings include You're welcome, No, thank you, Don't mention it, No thanks.

What words go with "Thank you very much"?

It commonly pairs with thank you very much indeed, thank you very much for your time, thank you very much for the support.

What are common mistakes when using "Thank you very much"?

Omitting 'very' in more formal contexts. Using too formally in casual conversations. Confusing with just 'thanks' for casual replies.

How do you pronounce "Thank you very much"?

US: //θæŋk ju ˈvɜri mʌtʃ//, UK: //θæŋk juː ˈvɛri mʌtʃ//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use "Thank you very much"?

Use in any situation to express gratitude. More polite than just 'thank you'. Avoid in very casual settings.