감사하다

gamsahada
to be thankful

나는 너에게 정말 감사하다.

I am really thankful to you.


formalinformal

To feel or express gratitude; to be thankful.

그분의 도움에 감사드립니다.

I am grateful for your help.

감사합니다.

Thank you.

Used in both formal and informal contexts to express gratitude. The polite form '감사합니다' is commonly used in daily life.

Related Phrases

Pro Tip

Polite Form

Always use '감사합니다' in formal situations, such as at work or with elders.

Gold Rule

Formality

Use '감사합니다' in formal contexts and '고마워' in informal settings.

Word Origin

Derived from the noun '감사' (gratitude) with the verb suffix '-하다' (to do).

Usage Notes

In formal settings, '감사합니다' is the standard way to say 'thank you.' In informal contexts, '고마워' is more common.

Word Breakdown

감사
gratitude
root
+
-하다
to do
suffix
한영사전