Expression of Thanking

A. Thanking

You thank others for what they give to you and you may also have to respond. When someone thanks you. Do you know how to do them very well? Here are the expressions :

B.   Responding to thank 

Example for Thanking and Responding to Thanks :

1.     Thanking for directions

Sample phrases (from formal to informal)

A: Thank you so much for your directions. You’ve been a tremendous help.

B: It was my pleasure.

A: Thank you for taking the time to explain it to me. I hope it wasn’t too much of a   bother.

B: Not at all. It was the least I could do.

A: Thanks for all your help. I really appreciate it.

B: You’re welcome. Good luck.

A: Thanks a million!

B: Forget it/Don’t worry about it.

2.     Thanking for invitations

Sample phrases

A: Thank you for inviting me. Of course I’ll come.

B: Great! We’re sure to have a lot of fun.

A: Thanks for your invitation, but I’m afraid I won’t be able to come. I’ve got an appointment.

B: I’m sorry to hear that. We’ll certainly miss you.

3.     Thanking for gifts

Sample phrases

A: Thank you very much for the flowers. They look so beautiful. Are they from your garden?

B: Yes. I’m glad you like them. Happy anniversary!

A: Thanks a lot, but you really shouldn’t have.

B: Well, I just wanted to show my appreciation for your kindness.

 4.     Thanking for favors

Sample phrases

A: Thank you so much for lending me your bicycle.

B: Don’t mention it. Let me know if you need it again.

 A: Thanks for doing the washing-up.

B: It was nothing. I enjoyed helping you.

5.     Thanking for offers of help

Sample phrases

A: Can I take you to the airport?

B: Thank you. That would be great.

A: Do you need help carrying these suitcases?

B: Thanks, but I’ll manage OK by myself.

6.     Thanking for expressions of sympathy

Sample phrases

A: I’m sorry to hear your grandmother is ill.

B: Thank you. I hope she’ll be all right.

A: That’s too bad about your car.

B: Thanks. I think the police will find some clues.

 7.     Thanking for compliments and wishes of success

Sample phrases

A: You are such a good cook!

B: Thanks. I learned a lot from my mother.

A: Good luck with your exams!

B: Thanks. I’ll need it!