How do you choose the words for your thank you notes?

We all like to feel appreciated, that's why thank you notes are an excellent way to express your thanks and gratitude to someone in a specific context. Whether you're sending a thank-you note for a generous wedding gift, or showing your enthusiasm after an interview for a new job, a carefully thought-out and written thank-you note can be a very nice gesture. Below are some examples of words that you can use in a thank you note that will manage to reach the heart of the person you are writing to.

How to write a thank you note

Writing a thank you note does not necessarily have to be difficult and take a lot of time. Here's a simple formula that works for any occasion you may need a thank you note.
Express your gratitude and name the gift or gesture you received.
Write a sentence or two about how you can benefit from the gifts or gestures received.
Finally, talk about the next time you hope to talk or see each other.

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Although not necessary, a well-chosen quote could add a more special air to your thank-you note, personalizing it even more.

Handwritten thank you note versus email

Handwritten thank-you notes are the ideal option, but now emailed notes are also considered acceptable, especially if it is an occasion for which promptness is important. For example, it would be good to send a thank-you email after an interview for a job, so that you can make sure that your note reaches the recipient before making the final hiring decision.
Another semi-formal thank you note is the follow-up email sent after an interview. You can find various models online to help you with this kind of message, so that you can write a special thank you note.

Words that you can include in the thank you note

There are many careful and well-chosen words that you can use to show your gratitude in thank you notes. I have chosen some phrases below that will help you get started and write an emotional and appreciative note.

Thank you notes for events

After a wedding, graduation, retirement or birthday party, or after another special event, it is normal to thank the guests who were with you during the festive moments. Below are some appropriate words and phrases for a thank you note for an event.

• We are forever grateful that you could be with us at the wedding. We are very moved by the generous gift you gave us.
• We are extremely pleased that you could join us on Andrei's first birthday. He really likes his first train. We will send you a picture of him playing with the train.
• Thank you for celebrating my retirement with me. Let's see each other healthy as soon as possible!
• Happy celebrations! Thank you very much for being able to participate in our Christmas party. We know that it is a busy time of the year.
• You were with me in difficult moments of life, so I am very happy that you came to see me at the graduation ceremony. It was not appropriate to bring me a present, but it was nice of you and I really appreciate the gesture.
• I'm still smiling! Know that Dan and I will not soon forget the fun we had on our anniversary with you.
• We are extremely pleased that you came to our event. It was excellent to see each other after so long and we appreciate the fact that you came from far to be with us.

Thank you notes for hospitality

In situations where you have been invited as a guest in someone's home, you can send a thank you note in which you express your appreciation for the hospitality that the said person has shown. Among the most suitable phrases for this kind of thank you note are the ones below.

• Thank you once again for the invitation. You have a wonderful house and I really appreciated the nice welcome, at a time when we are making efforts to get used to the neighborhood.
• Sometimes the simplest things mean the most. The wonderful dinner and a comfortable bed were wonderful after a stressful week.
• Thank you very much for the wonderful evening spent together. It was wonderful to visit your home and taste your mother's famous lasagna.
• It was a blessing to be invited to you for Easter. Thank you for the delicious meal and the warm welcome.
• Thank you for accepting me after the operation I went through. It was wonderful not to have to worry about cooking and cleaning during the recovery period. You actually saved me!
• All I can say is wow! The meal was absolutely delicious. I wish I could be so skilled in the kitchen too!

The teachers show their hospitality in the classrooms every day. Here's why it would be a nice gesture to write a thank you note for a teacher dear to your soul, at the end of the school year or even on Teacher's Day. The teachers give a lot of their time and energy for months, and a small token of appreciation from you will mean a lot to the teaching staff.

Thank you notes for a special gift

It is a good idea to send a thank you note for a gift, especially if it arrived by post or if the person who gave you the gift was not with you when you opened the gift. Below are some examples of thank you notes for these occasions.

• The blanket knitted by you made my day more beautiful. I will think of you every time I sit comfortably on the couch, watching Netflix.
• I am very grateful for the wonderful flowers sent after the operation. Freesias are my favorite flowers, and the vase is simply perfect. It fits my kitchen perfectly!
• Every time I look at your painting, beautiful memories from the vacation come back to my mind. I will always enjoy him. Thank you very much!
• Thank you very much for the sweet gift you sent. A box of gourmet candies is all I needed to be able to smile again!
• We really like your gift! The plates will be perfect for the May 1 barbecue. We were waiting for you then and couldn't wait to see each other again!
• It's a very beautiful lamp from you. I have no words to thank you for your choice, it's perfect for my room!
• Thank you for such a special gift. It's my favorite book from childhood and I'm excited that you thought of me and that you remembered. You know me so well!
• I didn't expect to find a huge plant at the door when I got home today. Thank you so much! It's perfect for my garden.

If you have just organized a wedding with many guests, thank you notes will be something common for you in the following days. Consider these unique ways to say thank you or search online for other special tips for thank you notes for wedding gifts.

Thank you notes for help or generosity

When someone goes out of their way to make your day more beautiful, show your appreciation with a sincere and heartfelt thank you note. Try to use formulas like the ones below.

• I am very grateful for your help with my presentation. You are a wonderful friend and colleague.
• Thank you very much for agreeing to help me with Tudor's science project. How good that we have a dinosaur expert in the family!
• We really appreciate everything you did for us during the time of settling in our new apartment. As soon as we manage to unpack, I will send you the invitation to the new house party!
• Thank you very much for helping me pick up the children from kindergarten yesterday. We are lucky to have you around!
• We are eternally indebted for the help given in these difficult times. We are grateful for all the support.
• I will always remember how you helped me get this wonderful chance. I can only hope that one day I will be able to thank you.
• Thank you very much for everything you did for us after the problem we had! Neighbors like you are a real treasure!
• You did your best for me once again. There is no better friend than you!

Thank you notes for looking for a job

Looking for a job often requires a few thank you notes. It is a very nice gesture to send a thank-you note after an interview, and to thank the people who gave you tips for various jobs, connections or professional references. Below are some examples.

• Our discussion yesterday determined a real interest for me to join your team. I am very excited about the prospect of developing a departmental newsletter. If I can give you more information, please let me know!
• Thank you for speaking with me yesterday about the account management position at company X. I am confident that the training and experience I have accumulated will allow me to respond effectively to your needs. I am very interested in this opportunity and look forward to hearing from you soon!
• I can't help but think about the creative approach to project management that you described to me at yesterday's meeting. Thank you for taking the time to interview me. I can be reached at the phone number... if you need additional information.
• Thank you for introducing me to X from company Y. I am very grateful for this contact and thank you for your support in looking for a job.
• I really appreciate that you introduced me to such an important person as X. Our information meeting went very well and I am delighted with the employment opportunities it offers.
• My interview at Company Y went extremely well. Thank you very much for agreeing to give them references about me.
• I am pleased to announce that I have accepted a position at company X. Thank you once again for answering my questions related to this field and for agreeing to provide them with professional references about me.