thank you

• Höfliche Wendung, mit der man Dankbarkeit oder Anerkennung für etwas ausdrückt, das jemand getan oder gegeben hat.

A polite expression used to show gratitude or appreciation for something someone has done or given.

1. Expression of gratitudeA1formal

   A polite phrase used to express appreciation or gratitude for something received or done.

   Ausdruck des Dankes

   • Thank you for your help with the project.
   • She said thank you to the waiter for the meal.
   • Thank you very much for the lovely gift.

2. Polite refusal or acceptanceA2formal

   Used in polite responses to offers or invitations, often with additional words.

   Danke

   • Thank you, but I'm not hungry right now.
   • Thank you, I'd love to join you for dinner.
   • Thank you, that's very kind of you.