merci, Seigneur
The English phrase "thank you, lord" is translated into French as merci, Seigneur.
The phrase is an expression of gratitude addressed to God.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of merci (thanks/thank you) and Seigneur (Lord).
Did you know?
- While merci is used today to say 'thank you', its original meaning in Old French was 'mercy' or 'pity', derived from the Latin 'mercēdem', which referred to a reward or price.
- The phrase merci, Seigneur is frequently used in French as a spontaneous exclamation of relief, even by people who are not consciously praying.
- In French, merci can be used in the phrase au merci de, meaning to be at the mercy of someone.
Examples in context
- Merci, Seigneur, pour cette journée.Thank you, Lord, for this day.
- Merci, Seigneur, de me protéger.Thank you, Lord, for protecting me.
- Merci, Seigneur, pour ma famille.Thank you, Lord, for my family.
Example conversation
Emma and Lucas are praying quietly in a church.
- EmmaMerci, Seigneur, pour ta grâce.Thank you, Lord, for your grace.
- LucasAmen, Emma.Amen, Emma.
- EmmaLucas, es-tu en paix ?Lucas, are you at peace?
- LucasOui, je suis très calme.Yes, I am very calm.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries Seigneur, merci, seigneur, CC BY-SA 4.0.
