Expressions of gratitude in French
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"Thank you. / Thanks a lot."
"Thank you all."
"I thank you."
"Thanks anyway" — can be kind or passive-aggressive depending on tone! 😏
"You’re a sweetheart!" — very informal and warm
"No, thanks." — general polite refusal
"That's okay, thanks" — a polite and natural way to refuse or decline an offer
"That's all, thanks." — in stores or when being offered sth else.
"That’s fine / That’ll do, thanks." — slightly formal / polite tone
"Thanks again." — Often used with warmth and sincerity — like a little bow of gratitude.
"In any case, thanks." — grateful even if things didn’t go as hoped.
"You’re welcome. / No problem." — most common response.
"You’re welcome. / Please, go ahead. / Please do. (be my guest)"
"My pleasure." — friendly and warm.
"No worries" — informal and relaxed.
"It’s nothing / That’s normal." — when someone says “merci” for something expected.
"Don't worry about it." — super casual — like “don’t mention it".
"Anytime." — when someone thanks you for a favor.
"Always here for you." — personal and affectionate.
"It was a pleasue. / I'm happy to do it." — very natural, warm, and common response.