A1verbhigh_frequency_chunk

Thank

UK /["/θæŋk/","/θæŋks/","/θæŋkt/","/ˈθæŋkɪŋ/"]/US /["/θæŋk/","/θæŋks/","/θæŋkt/","/ˈθæŋkɪŋ/"]/

Definition

to tell somebody that you are grateful for something

In simple words: To say you are grateful for something.

Examples

  • I want to thank you for your help.
  • She always remembers to thank her parents.
  • You should thank him when he does something nice.
  • They thank their teachers at the end of the year.
  • Please thank her for the wonderful gift.

Usage notes

Use 'thank' in everyday situations when expressing gratitude. More formal situations might use 'express gratitude.' Avoid using it in contexts where a more formal tone is required.

Grammar pattern

thank + object

Memory hint

Sounds like 'tank' — imagine a tank overflowing with gratitude!

Collocations

  • gratefully
  • heartily
  • profusely
  • must
  • want to
  • would like to
  • for

Synonyms

  • appreciate
  • acknowledge
  • express gratitude
  • recognize
  • commend

Antonyms

  • blame
  • criticize
  • curse

Common mistakes

  • Using 'thank' without an object, e.g., saying 'I thank' instead of 'I thank you.'
  • Confusing 'thank' with 'thanks'—'thank' is a verb, while 'thanks' is a noun.
  • Omitting 'you' when thanking someone, which can make it sound insincere.