谢谢大家
Xièxie dàjiā
谢谢大家 (Xièxie dàjiā) is the Chinese phrase for "thank you everyone".
The phrase is used to express gratitude to a group of people. It is commonly used at the end of a speech, presentation or performance to address an entire audience.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of 谢谢 (xièxie), meaning "to thank" and 大家 (dàjiā), meaning "everyone" or "all people".
Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?
While it can be used in casual settings, 谢谢大家 is the standard polite way to address a group in formal or semi-formal public speaking contexts.
How does it change in a sentence?
The word 大家 (dàjiā) functions as a collective pronoun and does not require a plural marker on the verb or any additional particles to indicate a group.
How do you pronounce it?
Xièxie dàjiā
Did you know?
- In many Chinese social settings, instead of saying 谢谢大家, a person might simply say 辛苦了 (xīnkǔ le), which translates to 'you have worked hard'. This expresses gratitude by acknowledging the effort the group made to attend or help.
- The word 大家 (dàjiā) literally translates to 'big family'. While it is the standard way to say 'everyone', it carries a warm, communal undertone that implies the group is a single, cohesive unit.
- In Chinese culture, excessive use of 谢谢 (xièxie) can sometimes create a sense of 'debt' or social distance. In very close-knit groups, a nod or a simple smile might be preferred over a formal verbal thank you to maintain intimacy.
Examples in context
- 最后，我想谢谢大家。Zuìhòu, wǒ xiǎng xièxie dàjiā.Finally, I want to thank everyone.
- 谢谢大家带来的礼物。Xièxie dàjiā dàilái de lǐwù.Thank you everyone for the gifts.
Example conversation
俊杰 is finishing his speech at a small party and 梓涵 is listening.
- 俊杰 Junjie谢谢大家。Xièxie dàjiā.Thank you everyone.
- 梓涵 Zihan俊杰，你表现得很好。Jùnjié, nǐ biǎoxiàn de hěn hǎo.Junjie, you did very well.
- 俊杰 Junjie这多亏了你们的帮助。Zhè duō kuī le nǐmen de bāngzhù.This is all thanks to your help.
- 梓涵 Zihan不用客气。Bú yòng kèqi.You're welcome.
