אני אסיר תודה
ani asir toda
The Hebrew phrase for "I am grateful" is אני אסיר תודה (ani asir toda).
אני אסיר תודה is a formal expression used to say that you are thankful for something. While this phrase is very formal and dramatic, the standard way to express gratitude in everyday situations is to use תודה רבה (thank you very much).
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase אסיר תודה literally translates to "prisoner of thanks".
Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?
אני אסיר תודה is very formal and dramatic. In contrast, תודה רבה is the standard way to express gratitude in everyday situations.
How does it change in a sentence?
A male speaker uses אני אסיר תודה, but a female speaker should use the feminine form אני אסירת תודה. In this case, the adjective אסיר changes to אסירת.
How do you pronounce it?
ani asir toda
Did you know?
- The word תודה is closely related to the word for 'thanks' in Classical Syriac.
- The word תודה shares its root with the Hebrew verb meaning 'to acknowledge' or 'to confess'.
- Because the phrase is so dramatic, using it for a small favor like passing the salt would likely be perceived as sarcasm or a joke.
Examples in context
- אני אסיר תודה לאנשים שעוזרים לי להבין.I am grateful for people who help me understand.This sentence is useful for expressing gratitude toward people who provide help and understanding using אני אסיר תודה.Tatoeba #2441953 by fekundulo, translation #2658204 by KoreanBeaver
- אני אסיר תודה על העזרה שלך.ani asir toda al ha'ezra shelcha.I am grateful for your help.
- אני אסיר תודה על המתנה היפה.ani asir toda al hamatana hayafa.I am grateful for the beautiful gift.
Example conversation
Noam thanks Maya for her professional advice.
- נועם Noamמאיה, אני אסיר תודה על הייעוץ שלך.Maya, ani asir toda al ha-yi-utz shelakh.Maya, I am grateful for your advice.
- מאיה Mayaזה היה העונג שלי לעזור, נועם.Ze haya ha-onag sheli la-azor, Noam.It was my pleasure to help, Noam.
- נועם Noamזה באמת עזר לי מאוד.Ze bamut azar li me-od.It really helped me a lot.
- מאיה Mayaאני שמחה לשמוע.Ani smekha lishmoa.I am happy to hear that.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries אני, אסיר, תודה, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
