How to Say “Thank You” in Different Languages

Saying “thank you” is one of the simplest and kindest things you can do. Whether someone shares their toys, helps you with a project, or gives you a gift, saying “thank you” shows you care. Let’s explore how kids around the world say this magical phrase in their own languages!

A Thank You Around the World

Here are just some of the many ways to say “thank you” in different languages:

• Turkish: Teşekkürler
• Hindi: धन्यवाद – Dhan’yavāda
• Japanese: 感謝 – Kansha (Also common: ありがとう – Arigatou)
• Danish: Tak
• Bulgarian: Благодаря – Blagodarya
• Finnish: Kiitos
• Greek: Ευχαριστώ – Ef̱charistó̱
• German: Vielen Dank
• Portuguese: Obrigado / Obrigada
• Dutch: Bedankt
• Spanish: Gracias
• Czech: Dík
• Korean: 감사 – Gamsa (More common: 감사합니다 – Gamsahamnida)
• Chinese: 谢谢你 – Xièxiè nǐ
• Italian: Grazie
• Russian: Спасибо – Spasibo
• Swedish: Tack
• Polish: Podziękowania (also: Dziękuję)
• Hebrew: תודה – Todah
• French: Merci
• Norwegian: Takk

Each word may sound different, but the feeling is the same—gratitude!

Learn Everyday Words with Dinolingo

At Dinolingo, kids ages 2–14 can learn to say “thank you” and many more useful phrases in over 50 different languages! Dinolingo makes learning fun with interactive games, catchy songs, engaging videos, and printable flashcards. With offline materials, reward badges, and a parent dashboard, Dinolingo supports every step of your child’s learning journey.

Conclusion

No matter what language you speak, saying “thank you” is always appreciated. Learning how to say it in different languages helps kids become more thoughtful, respectful, and connected to the world. So go ahead—try a new one today and make someone smile!