Muchas gracias
neutral
To thank a man very much, say Muchas gracias. With a man you want to respect, add señor, and between friends Mil gracias is a warm, relaxed option. It is also called Muchas gracias, señor.
Meaning: thanking a man warmly (phrase)
Ways to say it
| Spanish | Note |
|---|---|
| Muchas gracias | neutral |
| Muchas gracias, señor | polite |
| Mil gracias | casual |
Muchísimas gracias is stronger still. All these forms stay the same for a man or a woman.
How does it change in a sentence?
Muchas is feminine plural because it agrees with gracias, not with the person you thank. That is why you never say muchos gracias.
What mistakes should you avoid?
A frequent learner error is muchos gracias. The correct form is always muchas gracias.
Did you know?
- Mil gracias literally means "a thousand thanks" and is used the same way across the Spanish speaking world.
Examples in context
- Mil gracias, Pablo.A thousand thanks, Pablo.
- Muchísimas gracias por todo.Thank you so very much for everything.
Example conversation
Ana thanks a taxi driver after a long ride.
- AnaMuchas gracias, señor.Thank you very much, sir.
- TaxistaA usted. Que tenga buen día.Thank you. Have a good day.
- AnaIgualmente.You too.
