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谢谢

xiè xie

thank you

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Example Sentences

谢谢你的帮助。

xièxiè nǐ de bāngzhù.

Thank you for your help.

谢谢你的礼物。

xièxiè nǐ de lǐwù.

Thank you for your gift.

谢谢你的款待。

xièxiè nǐ de kuàndài.

Thank you for your hospitality.

Synonyms

多谢 (duō xiè)

many thanks

感谢 (gǎn xiè)

to express gratitude

谢谢您 (xiè xiè nín)

thank you

Antonyms

不客气 (bù kè qì)

You're welcome

不用谢 (bù yòng xiè)

No problem

Etymology & Components

The Chinese word 谢谢 (xièxie), meaning "thank you," is derived from the verb 谢 (xiè), which originally meant "to decline" or "to refuse." Over time, the meaning of 谢 expanded to include the idea of expressing gratitude or appreciation. The word 谢谢 is a reduplicated form of 谢, which emphasizes the speaker's sincerity and gratitude. It is commonly used in both formal and informal settings and is considered the standard way to express thanks in Mandarin Chinese.