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How do I express gratitude in Ukrainian

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To express gratitude in Ukrainian, you can use a variety of phrases depending on the level of formality and the context. Here are the most common ways:

Basic Expressions

  • Дякую! (Dyakuyu!) – “Thank you!” This is the most common and straightforward way to express gratitude.
  • Спасибі! (Spasybi!) – Another way to say “Thank you,” derived from an old phrase meaning “Save us, God.” It is widely used and slightly more formal.

Emphasizing Gratitude

  • Дуже дякую! (Duzhe dyakuyu!) – “Thank you very much!”
  • Щиро дякую! (Shchyro dyakuyu!) – “Sincerely thank you!” Suitable for both formal and informal situations.
  • Сердечно дякую! (Serdechno dyakuyu!) – “Thank you from the bottom of my heart!” Used to convey deep appreciation.

Specific Gratitude

  • Дякую за… (Dyakuyu za…) – “Thank you for…” This phrase is used to specify what you are thankful for. For example:
    • Дякую за допомогу! (Dyakuyu za dopomohu!) – “Thank you for your help!”
    • Дякую за вечерю! (Dyakuyu za vecheryu!) – “Thank you for dinner!”

Expressing Profound Gratitude

  • Я дуже вдячний (вдячна) за… (Ya duzhe vdyachnyi/vdyachna za…) – “I am very grateful for…” (Use вдячний if male, вдячна if female.)
  • На знак вдячності… (Na znak vdyachnosti…) – “As a sign of gratitude…” Often used when offering a gesture of thanks, such as a gift or invitation.

These phrases are not only practical but also reflect the importance of gratitude in Ukrainian culture. Using them appropriately will help you connect with Ukrainian speakers and show respect for their language and traditions 1, 3, 5.

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