Grazie
everyday
To a man say Grazie or Grazie mille. In a formal setting use La ringrazio, "I thank you".
Meaning: thanking a man (phrase)
Ways to say it
| Italian | Note |
|---|---|
| Grazie | everyday |
| La ringrazio | formal |
| Grazie mille | warm |
Grazie mille means "a thousand thanks". With a friend you can add his name: Grazie, Marco.
Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?
La ringrazio is the polite form for a stranger, an older man or a boss, and goes well with signore.
How does it change in a sentence?
Grazie does not change for the person you thank. If you say you are grateful yourself, a man says Sono grato and a woman says Sono grata.
Did you know?
- The usual reply to Grazie is Prego, which literally means "I pray" or "please".
Examples in context
- Grazie mille, Marco!Thank you very much, Marco!
- La ringrazio, signore.Thank you, sir.
- Sono grato per l'aiuto.I am grateful for the help.
Example conversation
Anna thanks Mr. Rossi, who helped carry her bags.
- AnnaLa ringrazio, signor Rossi.Thank you, Mr. Rossi.
- Mr. RossiPrego, di niente.You are welcome, it was nothing.
- AnnaGrazie mille davvero.Thanks a lot, really.
