gracias
Americaninterjection
Etymology
Origin of gracias
First recorded in 1845–50; from Spanish, plural of gracia “grace,” from Latin grātia; see grace ( def. )
Example Sentences
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That’s why, as this country readies for Thanksgiving, I want to give gracias to undocumented immigrants.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 26, 2024
"It was great! And if 5 could jump to 9 on every set from now on, I would be very happy. Muchas gracias mi amigo!"
From Fox News ● Dec. 9, 2021
When you ask him how he is, he often replies, “Bien, gracias a Dios.”
From New York Times ● Jun. 11, 2020
Some would say "gracias" instead of "obrigado" when thanking me.
From BBC ● Feb. 1, 2015
I rub it for a second and, under my breath, I say, “Gracias, Shiva, the dancing god, gracias.’
From "Lucky Broken Girl" by Ruth Behar
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