Definition

Verb: - To express gratitude or show appreciation to someone. This is a formal or emphatic way of saying "thank."

Usage

This verb phrase is used to describe the act of formally or sincerely expressing thanks. It often implies a deliberate and sometimes public expression of gratitude.

Examples

• Verb:
  • We should give thanks for our good health.
  • The speaker paused to give thanks to the organizers of the event.
  • In many cultures, people give thanks before eating a meal.

Advanced Usage

• "to give thanks for (something)": To express gratitude specifically for a particular thing or circumstance.
  • They gathered to give thanks for the successful harvest.

Variants and Related Words

• Thanksgiving (n): A formal expression of thanks, especially to God; also the name of a holiday.
  • The holiday of Thanksgiving is a time for family.

Synonyms

• Thank: To express gratitude.
• Express gratitude: To convey thankful feelings.
• Show appreciation: To demonstrate that you value something.

Related Phrases

• Give credit: To acknowledge someone's contribution.
  • I must give credit to my team for this success.
• Return thanks: A more formal or archaic synonym.
  • The minister asked the congregation to return thanks.

Related Idioms

• Count your blessings: To think about the good things in your life, often as a way of giving thanks.
  • Even on a bad day, it helps to count your blessings.

Verb

1. express gratitude or show appreciation to