Month: November 2013

How to Say ‘Thank You’ in Different Languages

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Showing appreciation to a fellow human being is one of the kindest gestures you can make. Everyone, no matter where they’re from, should make a habit of expressing gratitude to others.

But sometimes we want to tell a person how much we appreciate what they’ve done for us but can’t because a language barrier stands in our way. If you find yourself in such a predicament, don’t lose hope: We’ve compiled a list of how to say thank you in 50 different languages from all over the globe.

So whether you’re in Paris, Port-au-Prince, or Prague, just consult this guide and you’ll be confident in telling someone how grateful you are for their kindness and generosity.

Thank you in 50 international languages

  1. Afrikaans: Dankie
  2. Arabic: Shoukran
  3. Armenian: Shnorhakalutiun
  4. Bengali: Dhannyabad
  5. Bulgarian: Blagodariya
  6. Cambodian: Orkun
  7. Chinese, Cantonese: Do jeh
  8. Chinese, Mandarin: Xie xie
  9. Croatian: Hvala
  10. Czech: Dekuju
  11. Danish: Tak
  12. Fijian: Vinaka
  13. Finnish: Kiitos
  14. French: merci
  15. Gaelic: Go raibh maith agat
  16. German: Danke
  17. Greek: Efharisto
  18. Haitian: Mèsi
  19. Hebrew: Toda
  20. Hindi: Shoukriah [or] Dhanya wad
  21. Icelandic: Takk
  22. Indonesian: Terima kasih
  23. Irish (Northern): Nice one bro’r or Cheers mucker
  24. Italian: Grazie
  25. Japanese: Arigato
  1. Korean: Kamsa hamnida
  2. Latin: Gratias ago
  3. Latvian: Paldies
  4. Lithuanian: Attyu
  5. Laotian: Kob chie
  6. Malay: Terima kasih
  7. Maltese: Grazzi
  8. Maori: Kiaora koe
  9. Norwegian: Takk
  10. Persian: Mamnun
  11. Polish: Dziekuje
  12. Portuguese: Obrigado
  13. Romanian: Multsumesc
  14. Russian: Spasibo
  15. Slovakian: Dakujem
  16. Somali: Mahadsanid
  17. Spanish: Gracias
  18. Swahili: Ahsante
  19. Swedish: Tack
  20. Thai: Kabkoon krup (if you are male), Kabkoon ka (if you are female)
  21. Turkish: Teshekur ederim
  22. Uzbek: Rahmat
  23. Vietnamese: Cam on
  24. Welsh: Diolch yn fawr
  25. Zulu: Ngiyabonga

Thank you gifts

Of course, getting a gift is another great way to express thanks. Here are some fantastic gift options to show someone how much you appreciate them.

Thank You Rose Plant
Thank You Fresh From the Orchard Fruit Gift Basket
Willow Tree® Thank You Keepsake

How to Make Someone Smile Just Because!

Sometimes, you don’t even need a special reason or occasion to tell someone how great they are. If you know someone who brightens your every day, there are plenty of ways to return the favor. Here’s how to make someone smile … just because!

Make Her Day Bouquet

Send Them Flowers

There isn’t a single person in this world who can resist smiling—inside and out—when they’re handed a beautiful bouquet of blooms. With so many different colors and varieties to choose from, you can find the perfect arrangement to make your loved one’s day go from ordinary to extraordinary.

Just-Because Flower Gift Ideas:

Cheryl's Thinking of You Treats Box

Spoil Their Sweet Tooth

For the one who always knows exactly how to sweeten up your day, no just-because gift could possibly be better than sugar! Whether your friend is a laid-back snacker or a gourmet foodie, they’ll sure feel appreciated when these treats land on their doorstep.

Just-Because Dessert Gift Ideas:

Keep Calm and Pour Me Some Wine

Raise a Toast to Them

It’s always a celebration when your favorite pal is around. So put those glasses in the air and say “Cheers!” to the one who makes everything fun. From wine glasses to oversized decorative martini glasses, a gift inspired by your friend’s choice drink will definitely be a hit. Bottoms up!

Just-Because Toasting Gift Ideas:

Mugable to Say You're the Best

Surprise Them With a Stuffed Animal

Thanks to that someone special, there’s no shortage of hugs whenever you need them. Show them how important their unfailing support is to you: Give them a totally adorable, totally squeezable stuffed animal so they can have unlimited hugs of their own!

Just-Because Stuffed Animal Gift Ideas:

Guardian Heart Pin

Give Them a Wearable Keepsake

Whether they call you every day to see how you’re doing or send you a daily text to make you smile, your loved one never forgets about you. Thank them with a small piece of jewelry that’ll remind them that you’re always thinking of them too.

Just-Because Keepsake Jewelry Gift Ideas:

Personalized Message in a Bottle Just Because

Write Them a Heartfelt Note

Sometimes words don’t seem to be enough when it comes to telling someone how much it means to have them in your life. But a message written from the bottom of your heart, acknowledging all the special things they do, can often make the biggest impression in the simplest way.

Just-Because Personal Note Gift Ideas:

Canada’s Remembrance Day Poppy

floral design, decoration flowers, poppies border - corner

Every year on November 11th, Canadians celebrate Remembrance Day, also known as Armistice Day and Poppy Day. It is a National holiday in Canada that marks the anniversary of the official end of World War I. It is a day of remembrance and appreciation for the men and women who have served. In the 11th month, on the 11th day, at the 11th hour, Canadians have a moment of silence to remember the brave men and women who sacrificed their lives for their country.

The Symbolism of the Red Poppy

Since November 1921, the beautiful red poppy flower has been a symbol of Remembrance Day. The Poppy symbolizes the memory of those who have died during armed conflicts, including World Wars I and II. The flower continues to grow on the former battlefields of Belgium and France today, where many Canadians once lost their life defending their country.

Canadians wear the red poppy on their clothing starting on the last Friday of October, up until the 11th of November. The poppies are typically worn on the collar of a shirt, on a hat, or directly over the heart. All these years later, Canadians continue to have a strong connection to the poppy, as a symbol of appreciation, honor and remembrance.

Remembrance Day Around the World

Remembrance Day is also observed in several other countries, predominantly in members of the Commonwealth including Australia and New Zealand. In the United Kingdom, Remembrance Sunday falls on the Sunday closest to November 11th. In the United States, Veterans Day is similar, which falls on the same date as Remembrance Day in Canada on the 11th of November.

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