谢谢 — meaning in English
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English meaning
- acknowledgment noun The act of admitting or recognizing something as true.
- thank verb To express gratitude to someone.
- thank you interjection A polite expression used to acknowledge a gift, favour, service or kindness.
Senses
谢谢 is used for these senses in English:
- acknowledgment The act of recognizing in a particular character or relationship; recognition of existence, authority, truth, or genuineness.
- thank To express appreciation or gratitude toward (someone or something).
- thank you An expression of gratitude or politeness in response to something done or given. [from c. 1400]
- thanks to Because of; normally used with a positive connotation, though it can be used sarcastically.
acknowledgment — full definition
- noun The act of admitting or recognizing something as true.
- noun A note of thanks or credit given to someone for their help.
- noun A signal confirming that a message or delivery was received.
thank — full definition
- verb To express gratitude to someone.
- verb To hold someone or something responsible, often for something bad (usually with "for").