How to Say “Thank You” in Choctaw

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yakokí
The English phrase "thank you" is translated into Choctaw as yakokí.
The phrase is used as an expression of gratitude.
Meaning: an expression of gratitude (intj)

Did you know?

  • Choctaw speakers may respond to yakokí with phrases that emphasize that no thanks are necessary because the act was done out of kinship or duty.
  • In the Muskhogean language family, to which Choctaw belongs, expressions of gratitude often share structural similarities with words used for 'paying' or 'giving back'.
  • Because Choctaw is an agglutinative language, yakokí can be modified with suffixes to change the nuance of gratitude or the relationship between the speakers.

Examples in context

  • Yakokí, lilap.
    Thank you very much.

Example conversation

William gives Ashley a gift at her home.

  1. Ashley

    Yakokí, William.
    Thank you, William.
  2. William

    Vpankat, Ashley.
    You are welcome, Ashley.
  3. Ashley

    Yakokí lilap.
    Thank you very much.
  4. William

    Chis hoke.
    It is nothing.

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