- \u201cYou\u2019re the best.\u201d<\/li>
- \u201cI\u2019m humbled and grateful.\u201d<\/li>
- \u201cYou knocked me off my feet!\u201d<\/li>
- \u201cMy heart is still smiling.\u201d<\/li>
- \u201cYour thoughtfulness is a gift I will always treasure.\u201d<\/li>
- \u201cSometimes the simplest things mean the most.\u201d<\/li>
- \u201cThe banana bread was fabulous. You made my day.\u201d<\/li>
- \u201cI\u2019m touched beyond words.\u201d<\/li>
- \u201cAll I can say is wow! (Except, of course, I\u2019m grateful.)\u201d<\/li>
- \u201cMy heart just keeps thanking you and thanking you.\u201d<\/li>
- \u201cYou\u2019re a blessing to me.\u201d<\/li>
- \u201cThank you for being my angel.\u201d<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
For a Gift <\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Birthday, holiday and just because<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Here are some questions you could try to answer when writing a thank-you for a birthday, holiday or just-because gift: What was the gift? What do you like about it? Why was it a good choice for you? What do you plan to do with it? How did you feel when you opened it? How did it make you feel about the giver?<\/em> Below are some message examples that answer one or several of those questions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Examples<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
- \u201cThank you for the bling hanger for my marathon medals. You know me so well!\u201d<\/li>
- \u201cI love the milk-glass vase. I\u2019ll think of you every time I see it on my table.\u201d<\/li>
- \u201cThank you for the fun and funky purse. I don\u2019t know where you find such unique things!\u201d<\/li>
- \u201cThe table runner you sent for my birthday is perfect! I can tell you spent a lot of time picking it out, and it makes me smile to think about how thoughtful you are.\u201d<\/li>
- \u201cI was so thrilled when I opened the new hiking boots. You knew exactly what I wanted.\u201d<\/li>
- \u201cThank you so much for the new alarm clock. I\u2019d been needing one, and the one you chose is perfect to use with my phone!\u201d<\/li>
- \u201cBless your big and generous heart!\u201d<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Graduation, wedding, baby and other life events<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The challenging thing about these life-event thank-you notes is that you likely have several of them to write. It\u2019s fine to develop a general formula for what you\u2019ll write, but anytime the task starts to become burdensome, put down your pen and come back to it later. You want to sound appreciative and enthusiastic, and you\u2019re more likely to come across that way if you write five thank-you cards a day over 10 days, rather than 50 all at once.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Examples<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
- \u201cWow! We are so touched by your generous wedding gift. The place settings will be used and enjoyed often\u2014and we\u2019ll think of you every time.\u201d<\/li>
- \u201cThank you for adding to the joy of our wedding with your warm wishes and thoughtful gift. We love the candlesticks and how they look on our hall table.\u201d<\/li>
- \u201cThank you for the adorable fire engine sleeper and bib for Ben. You put a smile in our hearts. Can\u2019t wait to send you a picture of him wearing it!\u201d<\/li>
- \u201cFrom the bottom of my heart, thank you for organizing the group gift of the car seat and stroller for my baby shower. You shouldn\u2019t have. (But it\u2019s so nice you did!)\u201d<\/li>
- \u201cThank you for the e-reader! I\u2019m already using it and loving it. I really appreciate you thinking of me on my graduation.\u201d<\/li>
- \u201cI so appreciate your thoughtful graduation gift to me. The watch is beautiful, and it almost makes me look like a real grown-up when I wear it
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Thank you so much. You\u2019re the best!\u201d<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n
For Help <\/h3>\n\n\n\n
House or pet sitting, yard work or housework, help during a busy or difficult time, above-and-beyond assistance with a project at work\u2026anytime <\/em>someone steps in and makes your life a little easier, call it out with a thank-you note.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
More general examples<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
- \u201cThis has been a challenging time, and I appreciate you so much.\u201d<\/li>
- \u201cYou have no idea how much your help has meant.\u201d<\/li>
- \u201cFor all the little and big ways you\u2019ve pitched in\u2026thanks!\u201d<\/li>
- \u201cThere was nothing random about your acts of kindness. Thank you for all you have done.\u201d<\/li>
- \u201cI can never thank you enough. But this is a start.\u201d<\/li>
- \u201cYou always know how to make life brighter for everyone you know.\u201d<\/li>
- \u201cI can\u2019t possibly repay you.\u201d<\/li>
- \u201cYou are always so helpful.\u201d<\/li>
- \u201cYou make the world a nicer place.\u201d<\/li>
- \u201cYou went above and beyond, and I am touched and grateful.\u201d<\/li>
- \u201cYou took common courtesy to an uncommon level. We\u2019re so grateful for your help.\u201d<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
More specific examples<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
- \u201cThank you for taking care of the lawn while Kevin was in the hospital. I don\u2019t know what I would\u2019ve done without you.\u201d<\/li>
- \u201cFor my burden-bearing, laughter-sharing, forever-caring friend\u2026a very happy, hug-filled, heartfelt thanks.\u201d<\/li>
- \u201cThe best way to thank you for your work on my project is to keep you informed of the outcome\u2014and I promise to do that. Meanwhile, you have played such an important part and your help won\u2019t be forgotten.\u201d<\/li>
- \u201cIt\u2019s harder and harder these days to get the number of volunteers we need\u2014but you made time in your busy schedule to step up. That means even more as every year gets busier.\u201d<\/li>
- \u201cI\u2019m using you as an example to my kids of someone unselfish, giving and ready with a can-do spirit. I hope they turn out just like you.\u201d<\/li>
- \u201cThank you for the wonderful meals you brought and arranged during Emily\u2019s bed rest. Our hearts have been deeply touched by your kindness.\u201d<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Thank You for a Job Interview<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Thanking the interviewer after a one-on-one interview not only shows your appreciation. It\u2019s also a reminder that you\u2019re a strong candidate for the job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
- I appreciate having the opportunity to speak with you today about the [job title] at [company name]. <\/li>
- I appreciate the time you and the [company name] team spent interviewing me.<\/li>
- I appreciate your time and consideration in interviewing me for this position.<\/li>
- I enjoyed speaking with you about the opportunity to work with your company.<\/li>
- I greatly [or, \u201csincerely\u201d] appreciate the time you took to interview me.<\/li>
- I sincerely enjoyed meeting with you to discuss the [job title] opening.<\/li>
- I would like to thank you and your staff for the opportunity to meet with you.<\/li>
- Many thanks for the opportunity to meet with you.<\/li>
- Thank you for speaking with me about the [job title] position at [company name].<\/li>
- Thank you for the courtesy you extended to me during my interview.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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Thank You for Providing a Reference or Referral<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Reference writing can be labor-intensive, and it can also take time to refer someone for a job. Your connections will appreciate receiving a thank-you email or message.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
- I appreciate your taking the time to write a reference for me.<\/li>
- I really appreciate the reference you gave to [company name] on my behalf.<\/li>
- Thank you for taking the time to provide me with a reference.<\/li>
- Thank you very much for recommending me for the position.<\/li>
- Thank you for referring me for the job at [company name].<\/li>
- Thank you so very much for referring me for the [job title] position at [company name]. <\/li>
- Thank you so much for putting me in touch with [individual name] at [company name].<\/li>
- Thank you so much; I really appreciate it!<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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Workplace Thank-You Phrases<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Bosses and employees love to be thanked, especially when they do something extra.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
- I really appreciate the effort you have contributed to your team’s project. <\/li>
- I sincerely appreciate your flexibility and willingness to help.<\/li>
- I wanted to express my personal gratitude for the effort and extra time you have contributed.<\/li>
- Thank you for your confidence and support.<\/li>
- Thank you for your help. I’m thrilled to have you on our team.<\/li>
- Thank you for always going above and beyond.<\/li>
- Thank you for proving what it means to be part of a team.<\/li>
- Thank you so much for meeting with me yesterday regarding the project I\u2019m working on.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
How you end your message or note is important, too. A professional closing<\/a> like \u201cSincerely,\u201d \u201cBest regards,\u201d or \u201cWith appreciation\u201d will add a nice finishing touch to your communication.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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The Benefits of Sending a Thank-You Note<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
When you’re job searching, you’ll have many different opportunities to say thank you<\/a> to those who help you, and to prospective employers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
For example, when you write a thank-you note after an interview<\/a>, the gesture shows appreciation for the employer\u2019s interest, time, and attention, reiterates your enthusiasm and interest in the job opening, and reminds the employer about your qualifications and experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Thank-you notes are a good opportunity to bring up something you may have forgotten to mention during the interview, or to follow up with additional information that the employer has requested.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Usually, an interviewer will explain next steps in the process and when to expect to hear back from the company. If they did not discuss this, or you have yet to hear from them, use your thank-you letter as an occasion to follow up. Doing so in a thank-you note can express your gratitude and show your unwavering interest in the position while simultaneously checking in on the process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Review Thank-You Message Examples<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Thank-you notes can be handwritten, typed, or emailed<\/a>, depending on preference and circumstance. Thanking someone for acting as a reference<\/a> for you, or for letting you shadow them at their job<\/a>, doesn\u2019t require the swift delivery that an interview thank-you would (where the hiring process is going to move along quickly,
requiring you to send your thanks immediately after your interview).<\/p>\n\n\n\nTiming is almost as important as what you say. An email will make an immediate impression. That’s key if you’re in contention for a job, especially at a medium-sized to large company.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Say Thank You in English \u2014 Formal Situations<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Some daily situations \u2013 at work and in our personal lives \u2013 require more formal language. And this is often true in writing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
For example, if you\u2019re expressing thankfulness or gratitude in a speech at a wedding, a formal reception or networking event, or in a lecture, it would be appropriate to choose more formal language.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Or if you\u2019re writing thank you notes to friends and family members; if you\u2019re sending an email to say thank you to a new client; or writing to another company, again, you\u2019ll want to use these more formal expressions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
I\u2019m so grateful for\u2026 \/ I\u2019m so thankful for\u2026 \/ Many thanks for\u2026<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Writing some thank you notes to friends who helped you after the birth of a baby or while you were helping a sick parent?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
- \u201cI\u2019m so grateful for your help. It was a challenging time but you made it easier. Thank you.\u201d<\/li>
- \u201cI\u2019m so thankful friends like you.\u201d<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
I truly appreciate\u2026 \/ Thank you ever so much for\u2026 \/ It\u2019s so kind of you to\u2026<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Are you sending an email to everyone on your team at work for working overtime or volunteering to work on a Saturday?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
- \u201cI truly appreciate everyone\u2019s efforts and commitments to our success. Thank you for taking time out of your personal time to meet our deadline.\u201d<\/li>
- \u201cIt was kind of each of you \u2013 and your families \u2013 to give up a Saturday to help our company volunteer at the 10km race to benefit cancer research.\u201d<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Thank you for going through the trouble to\u2026 \/ Thank you for taking the time to\u2026 <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Did one of your business contacts take some extra time to give you some information you needed? Send an email to say thank you\u2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n
- \u201cHi, Samantha. I just wanted to send a note to say thank you for taking the trouble to answer all my questions. I know you are busy and I appreciate that you took the time to respond quickly. Thank you.\u201d<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
I\u2019m eternally grateful for\u2026 \/ I cannot thank you enough for\u2026 \/ I want you to know how much I value\u2026 \/ Words cannot describe how grateful I am for\u2026 \/ Please accept my deepest thanks for\u2026<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Sometimes we have very difficult times in our lives. Maybe a loved one becomes ill. Someone passes away. Or perhaps you lose a job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Tragedies happen. These can be terribly stressful times. If you are writing someone to thank them to help you, these expressions are most appropriate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
- \u201cI\u2019m eternally grateful to you for providing dinners to my family while I was in the hospital. I felt comforted knowing they were well-feed.\u201d<\/li>
- \u201cWords cannot express how grateful I am for your help after my mom passed away. I was devastated and you helped me get through each day. \u201d<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Say Thank You in English \u2014 Professional Situations<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
If you are writing an official business email or business letter, then it\u2019s best to use professional, formal expressions to show your thanks or appreciation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
For example, you may be writing to thank someone or to thank another company for their help. Or perhaps you want to express your gratitude for them working with you this year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Thank you for your assistance with\u2026 \/ Thank you for your attention to this matter<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
- \u201cThank you for your assistance with\/attention to this matter. We look forward to hearing from you shortly.\u201d<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Your support is greatly appreciated. \/ I\u2019d like to express my\/our appreciation for\u2026 \/ Thank you for your kind consideration.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
- \u201cYour support in this discussion is greatly appreciated and we look forward to continuing our work with you.\u201d<\/li>
- \u201cOn behalf of our company, I\u2019d like to sincerely express our appreciation for your business this year. We wish you Happy Holidays and look forward to another successful year together.\u201d<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
By the above ways you can thank someone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
- \u201cThank you for your assistance with\/attention to this matter. We look forward to hearing from you shortly.\u201d<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
- \u201cHi, Samantha. I just wanted to send a note to say thank you for taking the trouble to answer all my questions. I know you are busy and I appreciate that you took the time to respond quickly. Thank you.\u201d<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n