An expression of appreciation; a thought.
"She wrote him a thank card to express her sincere gratitude for his help during the move."
"He accepted her thank with a warm smile after she helped him move."
express gratitude or show appreciation to
"I really want to thank my teammates for their hard work during the game."
To express gratitude or appreciation toward.
"I really thank you for all your help during the move."
In plain English: To thank someone means to say that you appreciate what they did for you.
"I really thank you for helping me with my homework."
Usage: Use this verb to directly tell someone you appreciate their help, kindness, or gift by saying phrases like "I thank you." It is often followed immediately by the person being thanked and a specific reason for your gratitude.
The word "thank" comes from Old English, where it originally meant gratitude, favor, or the mind. Its roots trace back further to a Proto-Indo-European term meaning "to perceive" or "to think."