Agradecerme (en. Thank me)

/aɡɾaðeˈθeɾme/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To express gratitude or recognition towards someone.
It is important to thank me for the help I gave you.
Es importante agradecerme por la ayuda que te brindé.
To verbally or in writing acknowledge what someone has done for you.
You should always thank me when I help you with your tasks.
Siempre debes agradecerme cuando te ayudo con tus tareas.
To show appreciation for a gesture or action received.
You should learn to thank me instead of just receiving.
Debes aprender a agradecerme en vez de solo recibir.

Etymology

The verb 'agradecer' comes from the Latin 'gratia', which means gratitude.

Common Phrases and Expressions

thank me from the heart
To express sincere and deep gratitude towards me.
agradecerme de corazón
don't forget to thank me
Reminding someone of the importance of showing gratitude.
no olvides agradecerme
I thank you very much
A way to emphasize gratitude towards me.
te lo agradezco mucho

Related Words

gratitude
A feeling of gratitude towards someone.
agradecimiento
gratitude
Acknowledgment of a kindness received.
gratitud
appreciation
Valuation of a positive act or gesture.
aprecio

Slang Meanings

Colloquial gratitude
When someone jokingly says 'thank you' to me, I like to say that they are 'thanking me'.
Cuando alguien me dice 'gracias' en broma, me gusta decir que eso es 'agradecerme'.
Casual acknowledgment
If a friend does something good, I tell them they should thank me as done in slang.
Si un amigo hace algo bueno, le digo que debería agradecerme como se hace en la jerga.