[NEW] 200 Phrases for saying THANK YOU in any situation! | appreciate that – NATAVIGUIDES

What is the best way to say thank you? How to say thank you?

This is a very popular question that many of our students often ask. In fact, there are several ways to express your gratitude!

In this article, we will look at the various ways of saying ‘thanks’, and how they would differ in a number of situations. Whether you need to say it formally or informally. To a friend or to a colleague. For a gift or for someone’s help. There’s a whole variety of phrases you can use!

Everyone wants to be appreciated, so say it the right way, and show that you mean it by being sincere, rather than seeming as if you are just saying thank you out of obligation.

It’s not just about expressing verbal gratitude, but also about using the right body language and selecting the right words!

Have a look at the various options below, and pick the right one for the occasion…

Saying Thank You to your TEACHER
Saying Thank You at a WEDDING
Saying Thank You at CHRISTMAS
Saying Thank You to your BOSS
Saying Thank You in FORMAL BUSINESS
ACCEPTING THANKS

👉 SOME BASIC PHRASES

• Thank you
• Thanks.
• Thanks a lot.
• Thank you very much.
• Thank you. That’s very kind of you.
• Thank you. You’re so helpful.
• Thanks for your kind words.
• Thank you for coming here today.
• “I love your dress; you look so beautiful!” – “Thank you very much.”
• “Would you like a sandwich?” – “Oh, thanks. I would love one.”
• “Can I help you with anything?” – “No, thank you. I’m fine at the moment.”
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👉 SAYING THANK YOU TO YOUR TEACHER

This can be done in many ways. As we know, teachers are generally helpful, considerate, encouraging, and forthcoming towards their students.

The way you say it would depend on what you are saying thank you for. Teachers are some of the most influential and inspiring people that we come across in our lives, yet they tend to be regrettably under-appreciated.

Just writing a simple ‘thank you’ note, or saying a few special words will go a long way, and be remembered for years to come. Even recommending your teacher to others is a great way to show that you really enjoyed studying with them!

Phrases with examples:

• Thank you I really appreciate your help.
• I am eternally grateful for everything you’ve taught me.
• Thank you for sharing your wisdom with me.
• I cannot thank you enough for helping me.
• I am very thankful that you are my teacher.
• How can I ever thank you enough.
• Teachers like you are not easy to find.
• I really appreciate all the hard work you’ve done to help me.
• I am grateful for the positive learning environment you provided me with.
• I have learnt so much, thanks to you.
• Thank you for your guidance and support.
• Thank you for helping me improve.
• I want you to know how much I value your support.
• Your lessons have been very insightful and fun!
• I have had so much fun learning with you!
• Your approach to teaching inspires me.
• Thank you for being patient and helping me improve.
• I wholeheartedly appreciate everything you’ve done for me.
• You’re the best teacher ever!

• “I just want to say how grateful I am that you were my teacher. Your guidance and support has been amazing! Thank you for helping me improve”
• “I really appreciate all the hard work you’ve done to help me. I have learnt so much, and it’s all thanks to you!”
• “You were there for me every step of the way, and I wholeheartedly appreciate everything you’ve done for me.”
• “Thank you for being so patient, and helping me improve! Teachers like you are hard to find, and I’m eternally grateful for everything you’ve taught me.”
• “I had so much fun learning with you. Your lessons were very insightful and interactive, so thank you. You’re the best teacher ever!”

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Thank you letter to teacher

We teachers often feel underappreciated. The bell rings to signal the end of the school year and the kids can’t get out of the classroom quick enough.

All the support you gave and work you put into making your classes as meaningful, dynamic and motivating as possible suddenly seems like it may have been a waste of time.

Then, one child re-enters the classroom and slips a piece of paper in your hand. A hand-written Thank you letter!

Think about what makes that special teacher so special and what they did for you specifically and finally what you would like to thank them for.

If you are a student or a parent who feels that their teacher deserves a thank you then here are some ideas that you could include in your letter.

Showing gratitude:

• I may not have always shown it but I’m so grateful to have had an awesome teacher like you.

• I know I didn’t always show it in class and I wasn’t always easy to teach but I really do appreciate everything you have done for me this year.

• I’m so grateful you were my teacher (or my child’s teacher).

Complimenting:

• Your positivity and encouragement brightened my days.

• You are always kind and understanding.

• You have been a mentor, a support and a guide to me.

What you did for me:

• You made me a better, more thoughtful person.

• Your kindness made me feel welcome and comfortable.

• You helped me see that I can be more.

• You’ve set a great example for me to follow

• You’ve inspired me to always strive to do my best.

Giving thanks:

• Thank you for your patience throughout this year. It meant the world to me.

• Thank you for all your hard work and the wisdom you shared.

• I’ll always remember attending your class. Thank you for being one of the few great teachers out there.

The future:

• You have given me the strength I need to take the next steps toward my dream of…

• You’ve inspired me to plan my future. You’ve given me reason to believe I can do anything I set my mind to.

• You gave me the confidence to dream big.

👉 SAYING THANK YOU AT A WEDDING

There are various reasons why people would want to express thanks to wedding guests. Maybe they bought an extravagant wedding present, gave a generous monetary gift, helped with the preparations, or simply turned up to join in the special celebrations!

It could even be that you were the wedding guest, and would like to thank them for the invite! Pick the right words and remember to make everyone feel like you really appreciate what they’ve done for you.

Phrases with examples:

• Thank you for coming.
• Thank you for joining us today.
• We appreciate you sharing our celebrations with us.
• Thank you for sharing this special day with us.

• We really appreciate your presence here.
• Thank you for the gift, we’re very grateful.
• I cannot thank you enough for the wonderful gift.
• We will remember this day and your contribution forever.
• You were invaluable today, thank you for all your help.
• What would we have done without your help? Thank you so much. (Rhetorical question)
• Thank you ever so much for your generous gift.
• Words cannot describe how grateful we are.
• It was a pleasure to be a part of your special day.
• Thank you for inviting me to share your special day.
• I’m very happy to be a part of your celebrations.

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• “Thank you for coming today. It’s been such a wonderful day, and we really appreciate you sharing it with us.”
• “Thank you for the gift, and for joining us today. It’s been so special, and we’re really glad you were her.”
• “Thank you so much for everything you did to help make this day perfect. What would we have done without you?” (Rhetorical question)
• “Thank you for all the lovely gifts, and for being here with us. It means a lot.”
• “Words cannot describe how grateful we are for your generous gift. Thank you ever so much.”
• “It was a pleasure to be a part of your special day. Thank you for inviting me, and sharing your happiness.”

👉 Saying 

Thank You for Your Service

This thank you expression is specifically for service men and women who fought during a war. It is a way to honour former military members and to let them know that their sacrifices will always be appreciated.

In business, however, we may feel the customer service we received was of such high quality that it deserves recognition.

Thank you for your service examples:

• I would like to compliment your company on the excellent service I received last week.

• I wanted you to know how much I appreciate the excellent service provided by your customer service department recently.
• I have always been pleased with the service I have received when dealing with your department. However, the professionalism I experienced yesterday exceeded my expectations.
• Such a commitment to great customer service is to be commended.
• Thanks to your company and the excellent service provided by your staff, I was able to negotiate a deal with ….

👉 SAYING THANK YOU AT CHRISTMAS

Christmas is a very special time of the year for many families; it is a time when friends and families can get together and celebrate in good cheer. It is usually a time of union, togetherness, and goodwill.

If you don’t celebrate Christmas, you may have an alternative special celebration which brings you closer to your loved ones, such as Eid, Diwali, Thanksgiving Day, or Hanukkah.

These expressions can be used for any of these occasions! Just change the word ‘Christmas’ to your own special occasion.

Phrases with examples:

• Thank you for the wonderful Christmas present.
• Thank you for the Christmas wishes.
• Sending special thanks to you this Christmas. (Written message)
• I’d like to say a warm thank you to you this Christmas.
• Thank you for making me feel special this Christmas.
• Thank you so much for making my Christmas so special.
• Thanks for the Christmas gifts; I love them!
• It has been a very special Christmas thanks to you. Happy Holidays.
• Thank you Santa! The children loved your gifts.
• Thank you for inviting us to your beautiful home for Christmas.
• Thank you for the wonderful Christmas feast!
• Thank you for including us in your Christmas festivities.
• Thank you for hosting Christmas dinner; it was divine.
• Thank you for a memorable Christmas gathering.
• You are a very gracious host. Thank you for the warm invite.
• I really appreciate the gift card, thank you so much!
• Thank you for such a practical gift.
• Thank you for the beautiful Christmas card.
• We all appreciate the lovingly wrapped gifts. Thank you so much!
• Sending you wishes of joy and happiness in return.
• Thank you for spreading the Christmas cheer.
• What a magical Christmas experience! Thank you.

• “I’d like to say a very warm thank you to you this Christmas. Thank you for making us feel so special. Merry Christmas”
• “Thank you for inviting us to your beautiful home for Christmas! You are a very gracious host and we had a magical time. Warm Wishes.”
• “What a wonderful Christmas feast, thank you ever so much! We had a lovely time.”
• “Thank you for the beautiful Christmas presents. How thoughtful of you!”
• “Thank you for the Christmas parcel. Sending you wishes of joy and happiness in return.”

👉 SAYING THANK YOU TO YOUR BOSS

Managers, supervisors, and other people in superior positions to you at work can be quite hard to speak to on a regular day, let alone when having to say ‘thank you’ for something!

Especially if they have given you something you really needed, such as extended holiday time, professional support or even a promotion!

Using the right words is very important, if you want them to really understand how grateful you are, and that you’re not just saying thanks because they’re your boss and you have to…..!

Phrases with examples:

• Thank you for extending compassion and flexibility when I needed it.
• As a supervisor, you are truly inspirational to your staff.
• Your strong leadership skills along with your support has earned you much deserved respect.
• Your support and dedication to your team has earned you much deserved admiration.
• I am thankful to be a part of your team.
• The workers have seen your dedication, and we would like to express our appreciation.
• We are grateful for your kindness, loyalty and commitment to all of us.
• If there ever was a boss who deserves praise and adulation, that person is you!
• Thank you for providing us with such a great working environment.
• I want to thank you for the expression of faith in my abilities.
• I would like to sincerely thank you for this gesture.
• Allow me to express my sincerest gratitude for this opportunity you have given me.
• I value the trust you have put into me and will work hard to maintain it.
• Thank you very much for putting your trust in me and agreeing to my extended holiday request.
• I am eternally grateful for your trust, and appreciate you allowing me to have this time off work.
• Thank you for your support, guidance and encouragement.
• Thank you for the opportunities you provided, and for having faith in me.
• I would like to express my heartfelt thanks for giving me this opportunity.

• “I would like to sincerely thank you for such a fantastic opportunity. I appreciate your faith in my abilities and will certainly do my very best to meet your expectations.”
• “Allow me to express my sincerest gratitude for this opportunity you have given me. I am eternally grateful for the trust you have put in me and will work hard to maintain it.”
• “Thank you for extending compassion and flexibility when I needed it. As a supervisor, you are truly inspirational to your staff.”

👉 SAYING THANK YOU IN FORMAL BUSINESS

In the business world, sometimes it is important to express thanks to people other than your boss too, such as colleagues, other firms, or even clients!

Showing that you appreciate them placing their business with you, providing support, or even partnership, is important. Here is how you can say it well. Most of these can be used for direct contact or email communication.

Phrases with examples:

• • Thank you very much; your support is greatly appreciated.
  • We would like to express our gratitude.
  • I am most grateful for your support.
  • Thank you for providing the requested information.
  • Thank you for all your assistance.
  • Thank you for raising your concerns.
  • Thank you for your kind co-operation.
  • Thank you for your attention to this matter.
  • Thank you for your consideration.
  • Thank you once again for everything you’ve done.
  • How kind you are to help me. Thank you very much.
  • Thank you for spending time with me.
  • Thank you for taking the trouble to help me. I do appreciate it.
  • Many thanks for your assistance in our project.
  • Many thanks for your letter/email.
  • I was so pleased to hear from you.
  • I greatly appreciate your kind words.

• I am very thankful that you are considering my problem.
• Thank you for your kind consideration.

• “I was so pleased to hear from you, and am very thankful that you’re considering my problem. Thank you for your attention to this matter.”
• “I would like to express my gratitude for all that you have done. I am most grateful for your support. Thank you for taking the time to help me, I really do appreciate it.”
• “I am very thankful that you are considering my application. I appreciate your response and look forward to hearing from you again soon.”
• “Thank you for raising your concerns. I appreciate your co-operation and will respond to your query very soon.”

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Thank you for your support

We have all been in that position at least once in our lives when we have needed support. We all hope that when that time comes there will be someone we can lean on.

That someone could be a friend, a partner, a colleague or a family member. Sometimes, when life is back on track, we forget just how much that individual’s support meant to us and even worse we forget to say thank you.

It may seem a little formal to write down our thanks in a letter but every now and again it is the only way we can truly express how appreciative we are. Here are some suggestions for writing that all important thank you letter or for expressing your thanks orally.

• When I really needed you, you were there for me. Thank you so much for everything.

• Words cannot express how grateful I am for everything you have done for me.

• You don’t realise how much your help and support has meant to me. Thank you.

• Please accept this letter as a small token of my appreciation for the support you have given me.

• I will always remember your kindness and support.

• I just wanted to express how much I appreciate your support. Thank you for being there for me.

• You have no idea how much your support has meant to me at this very difficult time.

• You cannot imagine how much strength your support has given me at this very difficult time.

👉 Saying 

Thank You for Your Patience

When we thank someone for their patience what are we actually thanking them for? The Cambridge English Dictionary defines patience as:

In this modern world, where customer service forms a core part of any business, the phrase is used in abundance.

It is a common, polite expression which is used to acknowledge that the other person, usually the client or customer, has been waiting for longer than expected.

This expression is often used in formal situations to diffuse a potentially difficult situation and help maintain a positive relationship.

Thank you for your patience examples:

A.Customer: I have been placed on hold for the last 20 minutes!
B.Customer service: I do apologise. Thank you for your patience.

• I understand your delivery is overdue and I would personally like to thank you for your patience in this matter. Your delivery has now been dispatched.

• We understand your frustration in this matter and we would like to assure you that we are working on finding a solution to the problem. In the meantime we would like to thank you for your patience and understanding.
• I know I haven’t always been easy to deal with. There have been times when I’m sure others would have walked away but you have always been there for me. Thank you for your patience.

Thank you for your patience Synonyms:

In the previous example, the synonym Thank you for putting up with me could be used instead as it is extremely informal and very colloquial.

Of course, it would depend on who the speakers are. They would need to have a very personal relationship.

For example, mother and daughter;

• Mum, I’m sorry I’ve been such a pain recently. I have been so stressed with my exams and I haven’t been getting much sleep. Thanks for not making my life any more difficult and thanks for putting up with me!

There are really no other synonyms that convey the same message

👉 ACCEPTING THANKS

• That’s all right.
• You’re welcome.
• You’re very welcome.
• Don’t mention it.
• Not at all.
• It wasn’t a problem at all.
• It’s nothing.
• It’s my pleasure.
• The pleasure is all mine.
• My pleasure.

• “Thanks a lot for your help, you’re very kind.” – “Don’t mention it.”
• ‘Thanks a lot for looking after the children.” – “It’s my pleasure. I love children.”
• “Thank you so much. I couldn’t have managed without your help.” – “No problem.”
• “Thank you for such a wonderful gift.” – “You’re very welcome.”

👉 Thank You Letter For Scholarship

To (Name of Sponsor)

It was with great surprise and much joy that I received your generous sponsorship to a full scholarship at the Harvard University.

This sponsored scholarship is a once in a lifetime opportunity which will completely change my life. I intend to use this opportunity to the full and become the best that I can be. By doing my best, I hope to reflect well upon those who have given me this unique opportunity.

Once I have successfully passed all the tests and completed the training I look forward to inviting you to my graduation to express my appreciation for all that you have done.

With great appreciation
Yours truly
Name

👉 Thank You Letter For Donation

Dear (Name of Sponsor)

We were moved to write and thank you for your generous support for the (name) charity.

Thanks to your sponsorship over the last six months, we have been able to collect hundreds of blankets, toothbrushes and other necessary items for the homeless people our charity helps.

If the support we have received recently continues, very soon, we hope to be able to provide some homeless individuals with a bed in a secure place to stay at night, off the streets. It is crucial with a cold winter expected just around the corner.

Your ongoing sponsorship of our charity is very much appreciated and is most important to us and those whom it benefits. Please find enclosed a greeting, thank you card and photo from some of the people your sponsorship has helped.

We sincerely thank you from the bottom of our hearts.

Kind Regards
Name
Position Name
Charity Name

👉 Thank You Letter to a Sponsor

When writing a letter remember:

• to write your name, your address and the date the letter was written on the right hand side of the page.
• to write the name and address of the recipient of the letter underneath your contact details but on the left hand side of the page.

Below is a sample thank you letter to a sponsor, you can add more information to this letter if you wish.

Dear Mr/Mrs (name of the sponsor),

On behalf of (name of your company or organisation) I would like to thank you for kindly sponsoring our organisation.

We truly appreciate your continuous support and your very generous donation, your contribution will dramatically help us develop and succeed in future endeavours.

Without your involvement and generosity, we would not be able to aim high and reach our potential. Thank you again for your generous and continuous support.

Respectfully,

(Your name).

This is a very generic thank you letter as I don’t know the type of organisation you are working for or what the sponsor has done for your organisation.

I think you should make this letter more personal by thanking them and highlighting how important their contribution is to the organisation.

For example:

• If you are a coach of a football team and you need sponsors to help send your players to a football camp, you could write; thank you for your generous donation because of your support we can now send the players to the football camp. This is really going to benefit them as players but also as individuals.
• If you are a charity organization and are raising money to provide shelter for the homeless, you could write; we appreciate your contribution to our organization. With your help we were able to provide shelter for 200 homeless people.

By adding in these personal aspects to the thank you letter, your sponsor will feel appreciated and will also feel content that their sponsorship and contribution to your organisation will not be in vain.

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Thank you Letter for Job Offer

As a child, my parents placed great importance on thank you letters. I had to write one to my grandparents after every Birthday and Christmas present that I received.

I always saw it as a tiresome chore but now, as an adult, I understand the importance of thanking someone for their generosity and what greater gift is there, than a new job?

So, you may wish to thank your employer for this new opportunity and start your relationship off on the right foot. A thank you letter doesn’t need to be too long.

Simply express your gratitude and demonstrate how thankful you are for the new job opportunity. You might want to briefly explain why you’re particularly excited to work for the company and it is also important to include any information that could avoid confusion and might be helpful moving forward.

So, simply put, you need to address three key areas:

1. Saying thank you

2. Expressing enthusiasm

3. Confirming details

Here are some ideas for you to create the right tone in your thank you letter.

1. Saying thank you for job offer

• It is with great honour and appreciation that I thank you for the offer of a position in your company.

• I would like to formally thank you for offering me the opportunity to join your company.
• Thank you very much for this incredible opportunity.

2. Expressing enthusiasm

• I am delighted to inform you that I accept the offer with great enthusiasm.

• I am very excited to begin working, learning more about the company and finding ways to contribute my skills to the team.
• I am extremely passionate about the company’s mission/vision.

3. Confirming details

• As per our discussion, I would like to confirm my starting salary of $ …………, and my annual entitlement of 21 days paid holiday.

• I look forward to starting employment with your company on August 1

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  at 9am.

• I will be sure to send you all the documents you requested by the end of the week.

I will leave you with this final piece of advice.

In your thank you letter, do not apologise or mention any negative aspects of what happened in the interview. For example, if you would like to apologize for calling someone by the wrong name, don’t!

Or if you want to express your pleasure and surprise that you got the job without the skill set or experience the interviewer mentioned you needed, don’t! Check your letter for mistakes!

After all your hard work to strike the right chord with your new employer and create that fantastic first impression, don’t blow it with spelling mistakes or typos. Check and double check your letter.

👉 Saying Thank You in Different Languages

Thank you in Spanish: Gracias
Thank you very much in Spanish: Muchas gracias!

Thank you in Italian: Grazie
Thank you very much in Italian: Grazie mille!

Thank you in Japanese: Arigato (ah-ree-gah’-toh) or written ありがとう
Thank you very much in Japanese: Dōmo arigatōgozaimashita or written どうもありがとうございました

Thank you in French: Merci
Thank you very much in French: Merci Beaucoup

Thank you in German: Danke
Thank you very much in German: Vielen Dank! Danke Schön!

Thank you in Chinese: Xièxiè 谢谢
Thank you very much in Chinese: Fēicháng gǎnxiè nǐ 非常感谢你

Thank you in Mandarin: Xièxiè 谢谢
Thank you very much in Mandarin: Fēicháng gǎnxiè nǐ 非常感谢你

Thank you in Korean: Gomabseubnida 고맙습니다
Thank you very much in Korean: Daedanhi gamsahabnida 대단히 감사합니다.

Thank you in Russian: Spasibo Спасибо
Thank you very much in Russian: Bol’shoye Spasibo большое спасибо

Thank you in Portuguese: Obrigado
Thank you very much in Portuguese: Muito Obrigado

Thank you in Arabic: Shukraan Lakum
Thank you very much in Arabic: Shukraan Jazilaan

Thank you in Thai: K̄hxbkhuṇ ขอบคุณ
Thank you very much in Thai: K̄hxbkhuṇ māk ขอบคุณมาก

Thank you in Greek: Efcharistó Ευχαριστώ
Thank you very much in Greek: Efcharistó polý Ευχαριστώ πολύ

Thank you in Vietnamese: Cảm ơn bạn
Thank you very much in Vietnamese: Cảm ơn nhiều

Thank you Emoji: 🙏

Thank you in Dutch: Dank je
Thank you very much in Dutch: Dank u zeer!

Thank you in Hindi: dhanyavaad धन्यवाद
Thank you very much in Hindi: aapaka bahut bahut dhanyavaad आपका बहुत बहुत धन्यवाद

Thank you in Hungarian: Köszönöm (KØ-sø-nøm)
Thank you very much in Hungarian: Köszönöm szépen!

Thank you in Ukrainian: Dyakuyu Дякую
Thank you very much in Ukrainian: Velyke Spasybi! Велике спасибі

How do YOU say thank you? Enter it in the comment box below.

In a time when manners are teetering on the edge of extinction and anxiety is on the rise, it is increasingly important to spend time expressing gratitude.

Focusing on gratitude can negate feelings of resentment and entitlement and foster feelings of positivity.

Studies show that even months after writing a simple appreciation quote or journaling feelings of gratitude, people’s brains are still wired to feel especially thankful.

This is because gratitude habits have a self-perpetuating nature.

The more you practice gratitude, the more you can enjoy its many benefits, such as an overall feeling of wellbeing and happiness.

How Do You Appreciate Someone in Words?

Nothing expresses words of appreciation and gratitude like a personal note to someone who has touched your life in some way.

You can…

• Put your appreciative words in a caring card.
• Write them on a sticky note to post where your special person will see it.
• Text them to your friend or partner as a midday surprise.
• Create a poem around the words of gratitude for a more creative touch.

Not only do these personal messages make you feel happier, but also they foster positive feelings in the recipient. And that person is more likely to feel grateful and spread the love to others.

Gratitude seems to have a ripple effect that can improve the lives of so many, and it’s well worth the few minutes of time it takes to write down your feelings of gratefulness in a message to others.

109 Thank You Words Of Appreciation Messages to Show Your Gratitude

What do you say to someone you appreciate? Here are some great examples of appreciation messages to send to people to show how much you care.

Appreciation Messages to Friends

Ah, your friends — that wonderful circle of people you’ve chosen and nurtured because they mean so much to you.

What would we do without our friends who love and support us unconditionally?

Appreciate your friendship and how much they mean to you and how blessed you feel to have them in your life.

1. You always know how to make me laugh and lift my spirits. Thanks so much for being my friend!

2. Whenever something out of the ordinary happens, the first thing I think about is calling to tell you. That’s the sign of a great friend.

3. You’ve been by my side through so many ups and downs, and I want you to know that I’ll always do the same for you. Thank you!

4. I knew we would be fast friends the moment we met. I’m so glad that I was right.

5. You help me push my boundaries, lift me up when I’m feeling down, and give me comfort when I’m sad. You are a great friend, and I hope to always have you in my life.

6. “Friendship is born at that moment when one person says to another: ‘What! You too? I thought I was the only one.” – C.S. Lewis

7. You know you have found a true friend when you don’t need to be careful about what you say in front of them. Thank you for never judging me, friend.

8. You always have a way of bringing laughter, happiness, and joy into my life. When you are around, everything feels more peaceful, more exciting, and more interesting.

9. There are people who enter your life and make it a bit crazier, make you laugh a little louder, and who shine a little brighter. You are that person for me, and I wouldn’t trade you for anyone else.

10. There’s a lot that happens between two friends who have stood the test of time. The relationship isn’t always perfect, but true friends will weather the storms with each other and wait for life to quiet down. They will do whatever they have to do to set things straight, then they go back to being friends again. That’s just how it is with you and me.

11. The secret to lifelong friendship is to treat the friendship as more than a gift but also as a responsibility. Thank you for playing your part in creating perfection.

12. “The friend who can be silent with us in a moment of despair or confusion, who can stay with us in an hour of grief and bereavement, who can tolerate not knowing…not healing, not curing…that is a friend who cares.” – Henri Nouwen

13. Thank you for being the friend who never asks for reasons or explanations when all I need is a hug and a good laugh.

14. The best friends are the ones who continue to give, even when you don’t have anything to give back. Thanks for being one for me.

15. I don’t know the best way to say thank you to a friend like you who already knows the things that I never say and never says anything that I don’t understand.

16. I want to thank you, but I don’t know where to begin. So, I just want to say that there are so many things that I would not have been able to do without you.

17. We’ve done everything together since we were kids. I want to thank you for being such a great friend, and I can’t wait to share many more of life’s precious moments with you.

18. You’re a great friend who brings out the best in me. I am so grateful to have you in my life. Thank you for being you.

19. Your dedication, understanding, and time all mean so much to me, and I feel very lucky to be able to experience life alongside you. I cherish you forever, my friend.

20. “One loyal friend is worth ten thousand relatives.” – Euripides

21. Friend, I want to let you know that you are the person who I always know will be there for me when something happens — either good or bad. Thank you for being that person in my life.

22. For my burden-bearing, laughter-sharing, and constantly-caring friend: a very joyful, hug-filled, and heartfelt thank you.

23. Thank you for being such a great friend. If you could see my face, you’d see the smile you put on it.

24. Thanks for always being there for me when no one else was. I appreciate you so much.

Words of Appreciation to Loved Ones

There are those special few people in your life, the ones in your inner circle of family and friends, who deserve personal acknowledgment and appreciation words.

You can never show too much gratitude for these people who bring so much joy and love into your life.

Here are some lovely words and appreciation quotes for those you care about the most.

25. Very few people can do the things you do for me and love and care for me this way. You are so special to me. Thank you for everything.

26. There is never anything random about your acts of kindness. Thank you for everything that you do.

27. Thoughtful and unselfish are two words I think of when I think of you. Thank you!

28. I want to thank you for all the wonderful ways you make me happy, even when you don’t realize it.

29. I’m so grateful for you because you are always supportive when I am going through a difficult time. Thank you.

30. Thank you for loving my quirks — you always make me feel special and loved.

31. I know that I don’t say this often enough, but I want to tell you how much I appreciate you and everything you do.

32. My life is very blessed with some of the greatest people. Thank you for being a part of my journey.

33. Sometimes I forget to say thank you to those who make the biggest difference in my life. Those who help to make the bad times bearable and the good times even better. So thank you from the bottom of my heart.

34. Here is a special thank you from my heart to someone who is special in my life. To someone who means a lot to me. A special thank you from me to you, for making life always feel like new.

35. Thank you for the many beautiful ways that you touch my life.

36. Thank you for just being there. You never try to fix me, you just make me feel supported and cared for.

37. Thank you, from the bottom of my heart. However, it truly has no bottom for you.

38. So much of me has come from what I learned from you. You’ll always be with me, like a handprint on my heart.

39. “At times, our own light goes out and is rekindled by a spark from another person. Each of us has cause to think with deep gratitude of those who have lighted the flame within us.” — Albert Schweitzer

40. Thank you is just two words, but they mean a lot coming from my heart to yours.

41. This is just a short note to let you know how much I appreciate all of the awesome things that you do for me. I will always cherish you.

42. I would never be able to thank you enough, but this is a start.

43. I’ve always felt cherished and appreciated by you, and I want you to know that is exactly how I feel about you.

44. I don’t think I would have made it this far without your kindness and generosity. I am especially grateful for you.

45. Whenever I feel alone, you find a way to sneak in. Thank you for always making my life feel more complete.

46. If I were to write about all the reasons that I am grateful for you on little pieces of paper, they would fill up an entire room. You are amazing, and I am so blessed to have you in my life. Thank you for everything you are.

47. Thank you for helping make my life become a dream come true.

48. I appreciate that you always remind me to stay true to myself, and you love me for who I am. Thank you.

49. Life has so many trying moments. For your companionship, support, and unique assistance, I want to say a big thank you.

Appreciation Message for Birthdays

Have you received some lovely birthday gifts or messages?

Maybe your Facebook page lit up today with so many good wishes that you feel overwhelmed with gratitude.

Show your appreciation to those who remembered your birthday by sending a short “Thank you” message. Just a few words can acknowledge the effort others have made to celebrate you.

50. I want to take a moment to say thank you to everyone for all of the positive birthday wishes. It means so much to me that you all made the effort to wish me a happy birthday. I feel very blessed to have all of you as my friends.

51. Thank you to everyone for the birthday wishes and laughs. I keep our friendship and love in my heart. Love to you all.

52. It is a great day! My birthday is a great reminder of how grateful I am for all of the beauty in my life. Thanks for making me feel great!

53. I am overwhelmed with how much attention I received for my birthday and would like to extend gratitude to each and every one of you for your kind greetings. I’m sure that all of your wishes will bring me a great year.

54. Thank you to everyone for all the love and support on my birthday. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. It is wonderful to know that I am surrounded by amazing people.

55. I am truly blessed! I woke up this morning with so many messages from all of you for my birthday! Thank you so much for being such a great part of my life.

56. To all of my family and friends, I am so lucky to have all of you sending me thoughtful messages that are full of love on my birthday. Thank you so much!

57. I want to say a big thank you for all the messages, cards, and gifts that were given to me today on my birthday. Thank you to everyone for making my birthday especially wonderful.

58. You all always make me feel happy on my birthday. You give the most thoughtful gifts and say the kindest words. If this is what it feels like to turn a year older, I wouldn’t mind getting older every day!

59. I am truly blessed to have such a great family. You always make my birthday special. Thank you so much for all of your love. You make me happy to be alive.

60. You all made my birthday an unforgettable one. I hope you all know how good it feels to have amazing friends and family like you to share my birthdays with.

61. Thank you for going to so much trouble to give me such a great birthday. This is one of the best birthdays of my life.

62. Birthdays can be a bittersweet time with age, but I have so much to be grateful for that I can’t think of even one negative thing. Thank you to everyone who made my day so special.

63. It is so amazing that you never ever miss wishing me well on my birthday. Thank you!

64. Thank you all for your warm birthday wishes. I wish us all a happy life ahead!

65. The most valuable gift I have ever gotten is the love and support from my friends and family. Thank you so much for sharing that with me on my birthday!

66. I don’t think of birthdays as a day to get older. I think of it as giving me another year to have all of you as friends! I appreciate all of your birthday wishes!

67. I’m amazed to receive so much love and care from my friends and family. I am grateful for everyone for making my birthday special!

68. I want to express my genuine gratitude to everyone who remembered me on my birthday. Thank you all!

69. I appreciate all of you for your thoughtful birthday wishes. It is so encouraging and refreshing to hear from such great friends on my special day!

70. Thank you for helping remind me that so many amazing people love me! I appreciate this outpouring of love on my birthday!

71. Words can’t express my appreciation for everyone remembering my birthday! I want everyone to know that you always show your love and support!

72. Birthdays tend to draw less attention with age, but you all showed me how much you still care, thank you!

73. I am so grateful for everyone who helped make this birthday another year for the books!

74. While my birthday is supposed to be about me, I think it is more about all of the people I love coming together. Thank you!

Inspirational Words of Appreciation

Want to offer some inspiration to someone you care about who might need a boost?

These appreciation quotes and messages can brighten someone’s day and give them the motivation to do more and feel happier.

What a lovely gift to offer a friend or family member you appreciate!

75. “Enjoy the little things, for one day you may look back and realize they were the big things.”– Robert Brault

76. The more you are grateful for in your life, the more opportunities for gratitude you will have.

77. You inspire me every day to be the best person I can be. That is the best gift you could ever offer me.

78. Each day is a new opportunity to be grateful for something new.

79. It is important to be mindful so you can learn how to appreciate the present moment.

80. You can choose to take things for granted or to take things with gratitude.

81. “Gratitude turns what we have into enough, and more. It turns denial into acceptance, chaos into order, confusion into clarity…it makes sense of our past, brings peace for today, and creates a vision for tomorrow.” — Melody Beattie

82. It is never too soon to show your appreciation.

83. “Gratitude is a quality similar to electricity: it must be produced and discharged and used up in order to exist at all.” — William Faulkner

84. You have to stop and remind yourself that each moment is the only one you are positive you will have.

85. While a lot of people are able to see that a job has been well done, only a select few will speak up with appreciation.

86. A little appreciation goes a long way, but I can never say enough how much I appreciate you.

87. Appreciation speaks louder in action than it does in words.

88. “Let us rise up and be thankful, for if we didn’t learn a lot today, at least we learned a little, and if we didn’t learn a little, at least we didn’t get sick, and if we got sick, at least we didn’t die; so, let us all be thankful.” — Buddha

89. Someone who feels appreciated will always do more than you expect them to do.

90. Words have power. Use them wisely to show your gratitude.

91. “Kindness is a language which the deaf can hear and the blind can see.” — Mark Twain

92. Your appreciation can never be fake. Even if you don’t say it out loud, you will feel it.

93. “When I started counting my blessings, my whole life turned around.” — Willie Nelson

94. Be thankful for everything you have in your life, and know that you will always end up with more. If you concentrate on what you don’t have, you will never, ever have enough.

95. One of the reasons that appreciation is so wonderful is that it makes what is outstanding in others belong to us as well.

96. “Gratitude is not only the greatest of virtues but the parent of all others.” — Marcel Proust

97. Every night when I count my blessings, you are always at the top of the list.

98. Gratitude unlocks the unique treasures of life.

99. Foster a habit of practicing gratitude for every good thing that comes your way, and give thanks regularly. Because everything you have has contributed to your advancement in life, you should include everything in your gratitude.

100. Gratitude is equal to riches. Complaints are equal to poverty.

101. Upon waking, allow your first thought to be, “Thank You.”

Teacher Appreciate Messages

Whether you’re a student or a parent — or even a former student — you can make a teacher feel valued for all of their dedication and hard work with just a few words of gratitude.

102. You have done so much more than help me learn. You have taught me to be a student of life and to value excellence in all that I do.

103. I can’t express what a difference you’ve made in my life. It’s teachers like you who inspire students years beyond their time in the classroom.

104. I used to hate history classes, but you have made history come alive for me. The way you teach shows how much you love sharing your passion with your students.

105. Having you as my child’s teacher has made me understand what real teaching is all about. Your care and love for your students is so obvious, and both students and parents think the world of you.

106. This has been my best school year ever because you’ve been my best teacher ever. Thank you for helping me learn and grow into the best version of myself.

107. I wish all professors shared the same joy and enthusiasm you have in the classroom. It’s infectious and makes every moment of learning a pleasure. You’re an inspiration.

108. When I look back on my time in your class this year, I will always think of it as a turning point in my life. You helped me see the value of hard work and excellence.

109. I know it’s been many years since I graduated, but I’ve had you on my mind. I wanted to tell you what a difference you made in my life as my teacher. Because of your guidance, I have . . .

How Do You Write an Appreciation Message?

Now you have some ideas about what to include in an appreciation message. But you still may be confused about how to create a message, text, or letter that clearly communicates your feelings.

Here are some points to consider before you sit down to craft your words of appreciation.

• Take a moment to reflect on your gratitude and appreciation so you are in touch with these feelings as you write.

• Think about what the recipient would most like to hear — what would be the most meaningful.

• Put your message into your own words so it sounds sincere and heartfelt.

• Try to mention specifics rather than just offering sweeping words of thanks.

• If you decide to include a quote, find one that supports what you’ve said in your own words. Don’t use the quote alone to communicate your gratitude.

• Acknowledge even the smallest acts of kindness and effort on your behalf. Don’t allow small gifts to go unnoticed.

No matter how you write your words of thanks, remember that the one who receives it will have moment of joy in their day because of you. Just knowing that you will put a smile on their face is enough to inspire you to write the perfect message.

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How Do You Express Your Gratitude?

I hope you found the quotes and messages in this list that provide just the words you need to express your feelings.

If you want to share words of gratitude to someone in a unique way, write them a note of appreciation that memorializes the way you feel.

You can use the messages and quotes as prompts for ideas you write yourself, or you can copy them directly in your letter, card, or email and add some of your own words to make the message more personal.

If nothing else, here’s hoping these messages of appreciation will inspire you to savor all of the good things and people in your life.

Rather than dwelling on negativity, problems, or lack, allow the blessings in your life to occupy your thoughts more often. And express your gratitude to those around you more often.

Your sense of gratitude of others not only lifts up the people you appreciate, but it also makes you feel happier and more confident.

Why not leave a little note of appreciation for someone you care about today?