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How do you start a thank you letter?

Tami Claytor
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Tami Claytor is an Etiquette Coach, Image Consultant, and the Owner of Always Appropriate Image and Etiquette Consulting in New York, New York. With over 20 years of experience, Tami specializes in teaching etiquette classes to individuals, students, companies, and community organizations. Tami has spent decades studying cultures through her extensive travels across five continents and has created cultural diversity workshops to promote social justice and cross-cultural awareness. She holds a BA in Economics with a concentration in International Relations from Clark University. Tami studied at the Ophelia DeVore School of Charm and the Fashion Institute of Technology, where she earned her Image Consultant Certification.

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A good rule of thumb is to always say thank you first. Whatever the gesture is, be very specific and say thank you for X, Y and Z. Explain to the person, if it's a gift, how it will be used.

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Do I need to say "thank you, young lady" if I am a young man?

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Not necessarily. People usually say "young lady" when the someone is in trouble, so it may seem too stern for a casual thank you.

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How do I write a thank you card for help I have received?

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Just be honest in the card, and make sure to include a personal message! It depends on how much they helped you. You may want to include a small gift, but either way, stay in touch with your emotions, and be honest!

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How do I say thank you to a teacher for stopping bullying?

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However you feel comfortable. You can go up to her after class and say, "I just wanted to thank you for helping me with the bullying situation," or something like that. Or you could buy her a Thank You card and write an appreciative message in there.

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What is the proper way to thank someone who sends you cards for every holiday?

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A phone call, a card back or a thank you in person would be nice to show your appreciation.

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How do I say "thank you" when someone tells me I make the best cakes?

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Make them one! You could also just tell them, "Why, thank you!" You can thank them either in person or with a handwritten note; keep in mind that a spoken "thank you" will feel much more genuine and personal.

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How do I say "thank you" in German?

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"Thank you" in German is "Danke," pronounced dahnk-uh.

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How do I say thank you to a person for giving me a tour and talking to me?

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"Thank you for taking the time to show me around and chat with me today, I really learned a lot and had a nice time."

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What do you do when a friend forgets to say, "Thank you" when you've done or said something nice?

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If it's a very close friend, you could brush it off. They may feel very comfortable around you and forget their manners. If you're a bit offended by it though, you should probably drop a few hints or downright tell them that they forgot to thank you.

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How can I show appreciation in words at my work place?

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Simplicity is often key. If spoken, gather everyone together, and say "thank you" and what you are thankful for. Short, simple, honest. In writing, be equally short and send your message from the heart. Say "I truly appreciate this and that, and I want to say thank you to all of you."

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How do you say thank you to someone who saved a child from choking?

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You could send them a nice card with a picture of the child they saved.

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How do I write a thank you for my boss?

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Simply outline what you are grateful for.

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What do I say if I tell someone "have a nice night" and they say "you too" instead of "thank you"?

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"You too" is also an appropriate response to that. In return you could be the one to say "thank you".

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