gracias
/ˈɡɾaθjas/ [ˈɡɾa.θjas]
In Spanish, the way to say "thank you to a woman" is gracias.
The word gracias is a common way of expressing thanks. To say "thank you very much", you can add muchas before the word to form muchas gracias, which is a versatile expression suitable for both formal and informal situations. If you are addressing a woman as a friend, you might say muchas gracias, amiga to mean "thank you very much, friend".
How does it change in a sentence?
The word gracias is invariable, meaning it does not change based on the gender of the person you are thanking.
How do you pronounce it?
The word has 3 syllables, with the stress on the 1st syllable. It is pronounced /ˈɡɾaθjas/ [ˈɡɾa.θjas].
Did you know?
- The word gracia is used in Spanish to describe someone who is funny or has a good sense of humor, far beyond the meaning of 'gratitude'.
- In many Spanish-speaking cultures, saying gracias is often accompanied by a light touch on the arm or a kiss on the cheek when thanking a woman who is a friend or relative.
- The word gracias originates from the Latin phrase gratias agere, which meant 'to express thanks'.
Examples in context
- Muchas gracias, señora.Thank you very much, ma'am.
- Gracias por su ayuda, María.Thank you for your help, María.
- Mil gracias por el regalo.Many thanks for the gift.
Example conversation
Javier is thanking María for helping him with his groceries.
- JavierMaría, ¿me puedes ayudar con estas bolsas?María, can you help me with these bags?
- MaríaClaro que sí, Javier.Of course, Javier.
- JavierMuchas gracias, eres muy amable.Thank you very much, you are very kind.
- MaríaNo hay de qué.You're welcome.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry gracias, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries gracias, CC BY-SA 4.0.
