merci bien
thanks a lotMerci bien pour votre aide !
Thanks a lot for your help!
A polite way to express gratitude, often used in formal or slightly formal contexts to convey sincere thanks.
Merci bien pour votre soutien.
Thanks a lot for your support.
Merci bien pour ce cadeau.
Thanks a lot for this gift.
More formal than 'merci' alone, often used in written communication or polite conversation.
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Pro Tip
Formal vs. Informal
Use 'merci bien' in slightly formal contexts or when you want to emphasize your gratitude.
Gold Rule
Politeness
This phrase is more polite than 'merci' alone and is appropriate in both written and spoken French.
Word Origin
From 'merci' (thank you) + 'bien' (well), combining gratitude with emphasis.
Usage Notes
Used to express gratitude in a slightly more formal or emphatic way than 'merci' alone. Common in both spoken and written French.