Vielen Dank

/ˈfiːlən daŋk/
phraseBeginner thank you very much
formal

A polite and formal way to express gratitude, equivalent to 'thank you very much' in English.

Vielen Dank für das Geschenk!

Thank you very much for the gift!

Vielen Dank für Ihre Unterstützung.

Thank you very much for your support.

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Used in both written and spoken German, especially in formal or polite contexts.

Collocations

Vielen Dank im VorausThank you in advanceVielen Dank für allesThank you for everything

Related Phrases

Vielen Dank für Ihre Geduldphrase
Thank you for your patience
Vielen Dank für Ihre Zeitphrase
Thank you for your time

💡Pro Tip

Formality

Use 'Vielen Dank' in formal settings or when addressing strangers or superiors.

Gold Rule

Politeness

In German culture, expressing gratitude formally is highly valued.

📖Word Origin

Derived from 'viel' (much) + 'Dank' (thanks), emphasizing the intensity of gratitude.

📝Usage Notes

More formal than 'Danke' and often used in professional or written communication.

Word Breakdown

vielen
much/many
adjective
+
Dank
thanks
noun
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