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How do you say thank you in the Middle East?

How do you say thank you in the Middle East?

Shukran (pronounced shook-ran) If you want to say ‘Thank you’ or ‘Thanks’ in Arabic, Shukran is the word you want to use.

What is Shukran in English?

The translation of the word shukran in English is ‘thank you’. This is self explanatory, it’s used to show appreciation towards a person who had done a favorable act.

How do you express gratitude in Arabic?

شكراً (Shukran) Shukran is used in all Arabic-speaking countries, in both formal and informal settings, and understood widely among all tongues of Arabic language speakers. It comes from the root verb “شكر” “shakara” meaning “to thank”.

What does Shu mean in Arabic?

“šū / شو” is a question word which is commonly used in Lebanese Arabic, not only on its own but also in various idioms and phrases. Although it is usually translated as “what?”, “šū / شو” has a bit more nuance than its English counterpart.

What is the reply for Shukran?

afwan
Explanation: “shukran” = thank you. “afwan” = not at all or you are welcome. Please note that “afwan” is the reply for “shukran.”

How do you say thank you respectfully?

Other ways to say thank you in any occasion

  1. I appreciate what you did.
  2. Thank you for thinking of me.
  3. Thank you for your time today.
  4. I value and respect your opinion.
  5. I am so thankful for what you did.
  6. I wanted to take the time to thank you.
  7. I really appreciate your help. Thank you.
  8. Your kind words warmed my heart.

How do you write a beautiful thank you note?

WHAT

  1. Greeting. Don’t forget to make sure you’re using the correct form and spelling of the person’s name, as well as anyone else’s mentioned in the note.
  2. Express your thanks. Begin with the two most important words: Thank you.
  3. Add specific details.
  4. Look ahead.
  5. Restate your thanks.
  6. End with your regards.
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