noun

thanks

Translation

thanks, cheers

Examples

Thanks for your help.

Thanks for your help.

She gave her thanks to the host.

She gave her thanks to the host.

Grammar Patterns

((for sth./-ing)) used to tell someone you are grateful Thanks for your help.

give one's thanks ((to sb.)) to formally thank someone She gave her thanks to the host.

Similar Words

Synonyms: gratitude, appreciation

Etymology

Plural of 'thank', from Old English 'þanc' meaning 'thought, gratitude'.

Memory Tips

A short, common, and slightly more informal way to say 'thank you'. Always used with an 's'.