gracias por el pésame
/ɡɾaθjas poɾ el pesame/from spelling rules
The English phrase "thank you for condolences" is expressed in Spanish as gracias por el pésame.
This phrase is used to express gratitude to someone who has offered sympathy after a death.
How does it change in a sentence?
In Spanish, the word pésame is a singular noun used to represent the concept of condolences, whereas English often uses the plural 'condolences'.
Did you know?
- The noun pésame contains a hidden verb and a pronoun that literally mean 'it weighs on me'.
- In many Spanish-speaking cultures, dar el pésame is a formal social ritual that may involve a specific sequence of handshakes and hugs.
- While English speakers often say 'my condolences' as a standalone phrase, Spanish speakers typically use the verb dar (to give) to describe the act of offering el pésame.
Example conversation
Daniel visits María to offer sympathy after her loss.
- MaríaHola Daniel, gracias por venir.Hello Daniel, thank you for coming.
- DanielLo siento mucho, María.I am so sorry, María.
- MaríaGracias por el pésame, significa mucho.Thank you for the condolences, it means a lot.
- DanielAquí estoy para lo que necesites.I am here for whatever you need.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries el, gracias, por, pésame, CC BY-SA 4.0.
