merci
Merci (intj) means Thank you — borrowed directly from French and used the same way in English. Example: “Merci for the lovely gift!”
How to Use Merci
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA French way of saying "thank you," sometimes used playfully in English.
Used in English mainly for stylistic or playful effect, not as standard vocabulary.
Word Forms
mercis plural
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_____ for the lovely gift!
Etymology
Borrowed from French merci ("thank you"), a doublet of the English word "mercy" — both trace back to Latin mercedem, "reward" or "favour."
Rhymes for merci
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What does “merci” mean?
The word “merci” means thank you — borrowed directly from French and used the same way in English. In plain terms, a French way of saying "thank you," sometimes used playfully in English.
How do you pronounce “merci”?
“Merci” is pronounced mair-SEE (/mɛːˈsiː/ in IPA).
How do you use “merci” in a sentence?
Here is “merci” used in a sentence: “Merci for the lovely gift!”
What part of speech is “merci”?
“Merci” is an intj.
Where does the word “merci” come from?
The word “merci” comes from Latin. Borrowed from French merci ("thank you"), a doublet of the English word "mercy" — both trace back to Latin mercedem, "reward" or "favour.".
Is “merci” a common word?
“Merci” is an uncommon word in modern English.
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