感谢

gǎnxiè

What does "感谢" mean?

to thank

我要感谢你的帮助。

I want to thank you for your help.

How to use "感谢" correctly?

formalinformal

To express gratitude or appreciation to someone for their help, kindness, or support.

他感谢朋友的祝福。

He thanked his friends for their blessings.

我们感谢您的支持。

We thank you for your support.

Commonly used in both formal and informal contexts to express gratitude.

Collocations

感谢你thank you感谢帮助thank you for your help感谢支持thank you for your support

thank you very much

不胜感谢phrase

thank you so much

Pro Tip

Formal vs. Informal

Use '感谢' in formal contexts, while '谢谢' is more casual and commonly used in daily conversation.

Gold Rule

Politeness

In formal settings, '感谢' is preferred over '谢谢' to show respect and sincerity.

Word Origin

Composed of 感 (gǎn, to feel) and 谢 (xiè, to thank), literally meaning 'to feel gratitude' or 'to express gratitude'.

Usage Notes

Can be used in both formal and informal contexts. Often used in written communication, speeches, and formal expressions of gratitude.

Word Breakdown

感

to feel

root

谢

to thank

root

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