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How to Say ‘Thanks, that's nice of you!’ in German

Danke, das ist nett!

DAHN-kuh dahs ist net

[DAHN-kuh dahs ist net]

Phrase Breakdown

Danke,

DAHN-kuh

Thanks,

Stress the first syllable: DAN-ke. The final 'e' is a soft, short 'uh' sound. Pause briefly at the comma.

Example

Danke, bis morgen!

Thanks, see you tomorrow!

Words in this phrase

Danke

[DAHN-kuh]

thanks

A common way to express gratitude.

Example

Danke für das nette Gespräch gestern.

Thanks for the nice conversation yesterday.

das ist nett!

dahs ist net

that's nice!

A warm follow-up to 'Danke'. 'Das ist' blends together, and the main stress falls on 'nett'.

Example

Das Geschenk? Das ist nett!

The gift? That's nice!

Words in this phrase

das

[dahs]

that; it

Refers back to a previous statement or situation, often translated as 'that' or 'it.'

Example

Das hat einen positiven Eindruck hinterlassen.

That left a positive impression.

ist

[ist]

A form of the verb 'sein' used for singular subjects.

Example

Für viele Bewerber Ist ein gutes Teamklima entscheidend.

For many applicants, a good team climate is crucial.

nett

[net]

kind / nice

Friendly and considerate.

Example

Der Kellner ist sehr nett.

The waiter is very nice.

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