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Thanks

🇬🇧 UK /["/θæŋks/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/θæŋks/"]/

Meaning of Thanks

used to show that you are grateful to somebody for something they have done

In simple words: A word you say to be polite and show you appreciate something.

Thanks in a sentence

• ‘How are you?’ ‘Fine, thanks *(= thanks for asking)*.’
• Thanks for lending me the money.
• **Many thanks** for your support.
• ‘Would you like a coffee?’ ‘Oh, thanks.’
• ‘Here's the change.’ ‘**Thanks very much**.’
• ‘Do you want to come with us?’ ‘I’d love to, thanks.’
• ‘Would you like some more?’ ‘No thanks.’

How to use Thanks

Used in everyday conversations to express gratitude. It can be informal among friends or more formal in professional settings. 'Thanks' is usually appropriate, but in very formal situations, 'thank you' might be preferred.

Grammar pattern

standalone expression

Memory hint

Remember it as 'Thanks, I’m thankful!' to relate both words.

Related words

Collocations with Thanks

• say thanks
• thanks for your help
• thanks a lot
• thanks in advance
• give thanks

Synonyms for Thanks

• thank you
• gratitude
• appreciation
• acknowledgment
• recognition

Opposites of Thanks

• no thanks
• refusal

Common mistakes with Thanks

• Using 'thank' instead of 'thanks' in informal contexts.
• Forgetting to add 'you' in 'thank you'.
• Saying 'thanks a lot' in a sarcastic tone when it’s not meant to be sarcastic.

Frequently asked questions about Thanks

What does Thanks mean?

A word you say to be polite and show you appreciate something.

What is the definition of Thanks?

used to show that you are grateful to somebody for something they have done

How do you use Thanks in a sentence?

‘How are you?’ ‘Fine, thanks *(= thanks for asking)*.’

Can you give another example of Thanks?

Thanks for lending me the money.

What are synonyms for Thanks?

Common alternatives include thank you, gratitude, appreciation, acknowledgment, recognition.

What is the opposite of Thanks?

Opposite meanings include no thanks, refusal.

What words go with Thanks?

It commonly pairs with say thanks, thanks for your help, thanks a lot, thanks in advance, give thanks.

What are common mistakes when using Thanks?

Using 'thank' instead of 'thanks' in informal contexts. Forgetting to add 'you' in 'thank you'. Saying 'thanks a lot' in a sarcastic tone when it’s not meant to be sarcastic.

How do you pronounce Thanks?

US: /["/θæŋks/"]/, UK: /["/θæŋks/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Thanks?

Used in everyday conversations to express gratitude. It can be informal among friends or more formal in professional settings. 'Thanks' is usually appropriate, but in very formal situations, 'thank you' might be preferred.

What CEFR level is Thanks?

"Thanks" is at A1 level on the CEFR scale.