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thank

Elementary (A2)

IPA: /θæŋk/

KK: /θæŋk/

transitive verb
Definition

To express appreciation or gratitude to someone for something they have done.


Example

I want to thank you for helping me with my project.


Tense Forms

Past: thanked

Past Participle: thanked


Conversation
Sloth A
I really want to thank you for helping me study last night.
Sloth B
Of course! I'm glad I could help you out.
Sloth A
I couldn't have done it without you, so I really appreciate it.
Sloth B
Anytime! Just let me know when you need a study buddy again.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
appreciate
acknowledge
commend
Antonyms
blame
criticize
disregard
Root Explanation

Thank → This word originates from Old English 'þanc', meaning a thought or gratitude. It reflects the idea of expressing appreciation or acknowledgment for something received.

Memory Tip

Think of 'þanc' as a thought of gratitude — that's why to thank someone means to express appreciation.

Visually Confused Words
tank
hank
unthank
rethank
whank
twank
trank
thuan
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