thank-you
adjective
expressing one's gratitude or thanks.
thank-you
American
[thangk-yoo]
/ ˈθæŋkˌyu /
adjective
noun
thank you
British
interjection
Etymology
Origin of thank-you
1785–95 thank-you for def. 2; noun and adj. use of verb phrase thank you
Example Sentences
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"Thank you to the people of Reggio Emilia for welcoming me into a culture of care with such warmth and generosity."
From BBC • May 14, 2026
I’m like, “Man, you have no idea. My last cent has just been spent. Thank you for this.”
From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026
“Just went through. Thank you bro!,” he replied.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 12, 2026
“I love you, I adore you. Thank you very much!” singer Kim Nam-joon said in halting Spanish as a cacophony of screams erupted from the crowd.
From Los Angeles Times • May 9, 2026
“Yes. I guess it is a little close. Thank you, Sayeh.”
From "The World According to Humphrey" by Betty G. Birney
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