Thank you
Expression of gratitude in the English language / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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"Thank you" (often expanded to thank you very much or thanks a lot, or informally abbreviated to thanks or alternately as many thanks[1]) is a common expression of gratitude in the English language. The term itself originated as a shortened form of the expression "I thank you".
As with various other formal phrases, the phrase "Thank you" can be varied in speaking so as to convey many different meanings.[2] For example, "no, thank you" or "no thanks" are often used to indicate politeness while declining an offer.[3] It can also be incorporated into phrases sarcastically or bitterly, as with the phrase, "thanks for nothing".[3] Common responses for "thank you" include "you're welcome", "don't mention it",[1] or, more recently, "no problem".[4]