10 Awesome Ways to Say, "Thank you!" in English

Summary

In this video, Bob the Canadian explores various ways to say 'Thank you' in English, providing a range of phrases from casual to formal. He covers expressions like 'Thanks', 'Thanks a lot', 'Thank you so much', and even the more enthusiastic 'Thanks a ton' and 'Thanks a million'. Bob also highlights formal phrases such as 'I am grateful' and 'I would like to thank'. The video aims to help learners expand their vocabulary and improve their communication in different situations. Bob ends by thanking viewers and encouraging them to subscribe for more content.

Takeaways

• 😀 'Thanks' is a shorter version of 'Thank you' and can be used in informal situations.
• 😀 'Thanks a lot' is a more expressive way to show gratitude, typically in casual settings.
• 😀 'Thank you so much' and 'Thank you very much' are more formal ways to say 'Thank you' and show deep appreciation.
• 😀 'Thanks a ton', 'Thanks a bunch', and 'Thanks a million' are variations of expressing gratitude in an enthusiastic and informal way.
• 😀 'I am grateful' or 'I am so grateful' is a more formal way of showing deep appreciation for someone’s help.
• 😀 In formal settings, 'I would like to thank...' or 'I’d like to thank...' is used to express gratitude, such as during speeches or award ceremonies.
• 😀 The phrase 'I’d like to thank my Mom and Dad for raising me right' demonstrates how to use a formal version of gratitude in a personal context.
• 😀 The video covers various ways to say thank you in English, including both casual and formal expressions.
• 😀 The video encourages viewers to express gratitude in multiple ways depending on the situation and relationship with the person.
• 😀 Bob the Canadian expresses appreciation to his viewers and encourages them to subscribe to his channel at the end of the video.

Q & A

What is the primary purpose of saying 'Thank you' in English?

'Thank you' is used to express appreciation and acknowledge something that someone has done for you.

What is a shorter way of saying 'Thank you'?

A shorter way to say 'Thank you' is simply 'Thanks'. For example, 'Thanks Dave for helping me change the tire on my car.'

How can you emphasize your gratitude when saying 'Thank you'?

You can emphasize your gratitude by saying 'Thanks a lot' or 'Thank you so much.' For instance, 'Thanks a lot Dave for coming with me to pick up my friend from the airport.'

What are some variations of 'Thank you' that are commonly used?

Common variations include 'Thanks a ton', 'Thanks a bunch', and 'Thanks a million'. These phrases can be used in informal settings to express gratitude.

When is it appropriate to use more formal expressions of gratitude?

More formal expressions like 'I am grateful' or 'I am so grateful' are suitable for formal situations, such as acknowledging someone’s help during an important event or project.

Can 'Thank you' be used in a formal speech? If so, how?

Yes, 'Thank you' can be used in formal speeches. For example, one might say, 'I would like to thank…' or 'I’d like to thank…' when giving a public speech or accepting an award.

What example is given for a formal usage of 'Thank you' in a speech?

An example given for formal usage is saying, 'I’d like to thank my Mom and Dad for raising me right.'

What is the purpose of using phrases like 'Thanks a ton' or 'Thanks a bunch'?

These phrases are informal ways to express gratitude and are used to convey a strong sense of appreciation in a casual manner.

How can gratitude be expressed in a more intense or exaggerated way?

To express gratitude in an exaggerated or more intense way, phrases like 'Thanks a million' or 'Thanks a ton' can be used.

What does Bob the Canadian say at the end of the video?

At the end of the video, Bob the Canadian expresses gratitude to his viewers by saying, 'Thank you!' and encourages them to subscribe to his channel.