thank-you

noun

ˈthaŋk-ˌyü 

: a polite expression of one's gratitude

Examples of thank-you in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

In the age of computers and social media, old-fashioned pen and paper are still preferred by many for writing letters, thank-you notes, holiday and birthday greetings — at least according to Paolo Porta, chief executive officer of Smythson. — David Moin, Footwear News, 19 Oct. 2026

Trier should be receiving a thank-you note from Oakley any day now. — Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 15 Oct. 2026

Brockman’s message received 40 hearts, five checkmarks, and three thank-you emojis. — Garrison Lovely, semafor.com, 2 Oct. 2026

John should know enough to bring his own towel, at the very least, if not a thank-you gift. — Eric Thomas, Sun Sentinel, 18 Sep. 2026

Word History

Etymology

from the phrase thank you used in expressing gratitude

First Known Use

1792, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for thank-you

• amadou
• avenue
• ballyhoo
• baraboo
• barbecue
• barbeque
• bugaboo
• cabildo
• caribou
• cockatoo
• detinue
• devalue

Kids Definition

thank-you

noun

ˈthaŋ-ˌkyü

: a polite expression of one's gratitude