thanks
UK: θæŋks | US: θæŋks
n. an expression of gratitude
v. (archaic) to give thanks; to thank someone
The word "thanks" originates from the Old English "þanc" (thought, gratitude), which evolved into Middle English "thank" with the plural suffix "-s" added to denote multiple expressions of gratitude. The root "thank" is tied to the Proto-Germanic "*thankō" and shares kinship with the Old Norse "þökk" and German "Dank." Over time, the meaning narrowed from general "thought" to specifically "gratitude," reflecting a cultural emphasis on acknowledging kindness.
She gave thanks for the generous gift.
Thanks to your help, we finished the project on time.
He nodded in thanks without saying a word.
"Thanks!" she shouted as the bus drove away.
In his speech, the mayor expressed thanks to the volunteers.