gracias por sus condolencias
/ɡɾaθjas poɾ sus kondolenθjas/from spelling rules
gracias por sus condolencias is the Spanish way to say thank you for your condolences.
This phrase is a polite expression used to thank someone for their sympathy after a death.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of gracias (thanks), por (for), sus (your) and condolencias (condolences).
Which one should you use?
You should use gracias por tus condolencias if you are speaking to a close friend or someone you address with tú. Use gracias por sus condolencias to maintain a formal or respectful distance, which is common when responding to acquaintances or elders during mourning.
How do you pronounce it?
/ɡɾaθjas poɾ sus kondolenθjas/
Did you know?
- While condolencias is the word used for thanking, the person offering sympathy will more likely use the word pésame, which literally translates to 'my pain'.
- In many Spanish-speaking cultures, a simple gracias is often accompanied by a gentle touch on the arm or a soft hug, as physical contact is a key part of conveying shared grief.
- The word gracia can also mean 'joke' or 'wit' in Spanish, so while you are thanking someone for their sympathy, the word itself carries a much lighter meaning in other contexts.
Examples in context
- Gracias por tus hermosas palabras sobre [nombre del fallecido]. Fue un gran consuelo saber que tantas personas lo recordarán con cariño.Thank you for your beautiful words about [deceased's name]. It was a great comfort to know that so many people will remember him/her fondly.
- Muchas gracias por sus condolencias.Thank you very much for your condolences.
- De verdad, gracias por sus condolencias en este momento.Truly, thank you for your condolences at this time.
Example conversation
Mateo and Elena are talking after a funeral service.
- MateoHola, Elena. Gracias por venir hoy.Hello, Elena. Thank you for coming today.
- ElenaLo siento mucho, Mateo. Te acompaño en tu dolor.I am so sorry, Mateo. I share in your grief.
- MateoEs muy amable. Gracias por sus condolencias.That is very kind. Thank you for your condolences.
- ElenaNo hay de qué. Aquí estoy para lo que necesites.You're welcome. I am here for whatever you need.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
