How to say “thank you” in French

The short answer

Merci

mehr-SEE

Thank you in French is “merci”, said mehr-SEE with the stress at the end.

5 ways to say thank you in French

  1. Merci

    mehr-SEE

    Means: Thank you

    Use it: Every situation.

  2. Merci beaucoup

    mehr-SEE boh-KOO

    Means: Thank you very much

    Use it: Extra thanks.

  3. Merci mille fois

    mehr-SEE meel FWAH

    Means: A thousand thanks

    Use it: Warm and emphatic.

  4. Je vous remercie

    zhuh voo ruh-mehr-SEE

    Means: I thank you (formal)

    Use it: Formal or written thanks.

  5. De rien

    duh ree-AN

    Means: You're welcome

    Use it: The usual reply.

Pronunciation tips

  • Never say “merci beaucoup” as “mercy bo-coop”: the final p is silent.

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