What does it mean word for word?
The word mulțumesc is a first-person singular verb that literally means 'I thank'.
Which one should you use?
While English uses 'thanks' as a noun or a shortened verb, the Romanian mulțumesc is a complete verb form used for both 'thanks' and 'thank you'.
Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?
For a more formal version used to address a person respectfully, you can use Vă mulțumesc. If you wish to emphasize a deeper sense of appreciation in a formal way, use Vă sunt recunoscător, which means 'I am grateful to you'. In informal situations, you may use Mersi, which is a common way to say thanks borrowed from French.
Related words
How does it change in a sentence?
To say 'thanks for [doing something]', use the conjunction că followed by the past tense, such as in mulțumesc că ai venit (thanks for coming).
When do people say it?
The most common response to mulțumesc is Cu plăcere, which means 'With pleasure' or 'You're welcome'.
Did you know?
- A common variation for 'thank you very much' is îți mulțumesc din suflet, which literally means 'I thank you from my soul'.
- The root of mulțumesc is related to the word mulțumire, which can mean both 'satisfaction' and 'gratitude' in Romanian.
- Because mulțumesc is a verb, it can be conjugated to express thanks in the past or future, unlike the English noun 'thanks'.
Examples in context
- Mulțumesc, asta e tot.Thanks, that's all.This sentence shows how to use mulțumesc to indicate you have everything you need.Tatoeba #2536518 by ijikure, translation #1653 by brauliobezerra
- Mulțumesc, și nu prea.Thanks, but no thanks.This sentence shows how to use mulțumesc in a polite refusal.Tatoeba #10253775 by CataG, translation #67362 by CM
- Mulțumesc că ai observat.Thanks for noticing.This sentence demonstrates how to use mulțumesc to express thanks for a specific action.Tatoeba #8624640 by CataG, translation #4308682 by CK
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Example conversation
Alexandru and Maria are at a cafe.
- AlexandruMaria, îți mulțumesc pentru cafea.Maria, thank you for the coffee.
- MariaCu plăcere, Alexandru.You're welcome, Alexandru.
- AlexandruÎți mulțumesc mult pentru ajutor.Thank you very much for the help.
- MariaNicio problemă, cu plăcere.No problem, you're welcome.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry mulțumesc, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
