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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Most spoke Spanish, limiting exchanges to pantomimes of gratitude and gracias.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 5, 2023
"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
Some would say "gracias" instead of "obrigado" when thanking me.
From BBC ● Feb. 1, 2015
“He would like to say gracias to God for giving him the knowledge and capacity and strength to finish,” Ms. Martinez says.
From New York Times ● Aug. 9, 2012
No, she would not say gracias to the Ortegas.
From "Lupita Mañana" by Patricia Beatty
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