Agradecimiento (en. Gratitude)

/aɡɾaðaθiˈmjento/

Meaning & Definition

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noun

Definition: The action of thanking

Example Sentence: Gratitude is fundamental in human relationships.

El agradecimiento es fundamental en las relaciones humanas.

Definition: A feeling of gratitude

Example Sentence: He felt a deep gratitude for all he had received.

Sentía un profundo agradecimiento por todo lo que había recibido.

Definition: Recognition of a favor or help

Example Sentence: His gratitude was manifested in a kind gesture.

Su agradecimiento se manifestó en un gesto amable.

Etymology/Origin: Derived from the verb 'to thank', which comes from the Latin 'gratia', meaning 'grace'.

Common Phrase: in gratitude

Common Phrase Meaning: As a sign of gratitude for something received.

en agradecimiento

Common Phrase: eternal gratitude

Common Phrase Meaning: A feeling of gratitude that lasts over time.

agradecimiento eterno

Common Phrase: to express gratitude

Common Phrase Meaning: To express recognition towards someone.

expresar agradecimiento

Related Word: thanks

Related Word Description: Expression used to thank someone.

gracias

Related Word: to thank

Related Word Description: Verb that indicates the action of showing gratitude.

agradecer

Related Word: appreciation

Related Word Description: Feeling of valuing something or someone.

aprecio

Slang Meaning: I really appreciate it

Slang Example: After the help, I could only say: I really appreciate it.

Después de la ayuda, solo pude decir: agradezco un montón.

Slang Meaning: A thousand thanks

Slang Example: He finished the project on time, so I told him a thousand thanks.

Terminó el proyecto a tiempo, así que le dije mil gracias.