: a polite expression of one's gratitude

Examples of thank-you in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Taking the time to write thank-you letters can pay off as recent surveys show many workers don’t feel valued enough. Jason Ma, Fortune, 13 Oct. 2024 Whether through formal awards, shout-outs in meetings or simple thank-you notes, showing appreciation goes a long way in fostering a positive work environment. Nat Lennox, Forbes, 9 Oct. 2024 After leaving for your visit, repeat your appreciation in a handwritten thank-you note. Zoe Gowen, Southern Living, 9 Oct. 2024 Everyone at Glamour would like to extend a very special thank-you to our sponsors. Glamour, 9 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for thank-you 

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Word History

Etymology

from the phrase thank you used in expressing gratitude

First Known Use

1792, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of thank-you was in 1792

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“Thank-you.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/thank-you. Accessed 31 Oct. 2024.

Kids Definition

thank-you

noun
ˈthaŋ-ˌkyü
: a polite expression of one's gratitude

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