How to Say ‘Thank you very much.’ in German
Vielen Dank.
FEE-len dahngk
[FEE-len dahngk]
💬 Usage Tip: A classic polite phrase. Slightly warmer and stronger than just "Danke."
🇩🇪 In Germany: Always useful in Germany; clear verbal thanks are appreciated, especially after even small favours.
Phrase Breakdown
Vielen
[FEE-len]
many / a lot of
Part of the fixed phrase 'Vielen Dank,' meaning 'many thanks.'
Vielen Dank für Ihre Hilfe.
Many thanks for your help.
Dank
[dahngk]
thanks
Means thanks or gratitude; common in polite expressions.
Vielen Dank, Frau Meier.
Many thanks, Ms Meier.
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