intj
Uncommon
merci
mair-SEE
Merci (intj) means Thank you — borrowed directly from French and used the same way in English. Example: “Merci for the lovely gift!”
intj
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Thank you — borrowed directly from French and used the same way in English.
"Rebecca Rosen, merci for helping me to understand that connection between you and The Other Side, and making the character of Theresa come alive."
— Victoria Laurie, A Vision of Murder: A Psychic Eye Mystery (2005)
"“Merci, Bob. I'll inform Lauren,” Bergere said as he hurried out of the office."
— Art Wiederhold, Hunter: Quebec (2014)
"Merci for the lovely gift!"
""Improve the roads! Merci for the reception!" With this insouciant remark and the banner he affixed to his automobile that read "Auto rally against roadlessness and slovenliness!""
— Lewis H. Siegelbaum, Cars for Comrades: The Life of the Soviet Automobile (2008)
How to use merci
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA French way of saying "thank you," sometimes used playfully in English.
When to use it
Used in English mainly for stylistic or playful effect, not as standard vocabulary.
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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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