grazie
thank you, thanks
Beginner Interjection
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Pronunciation
/ˈɡrat.tsje/
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Cultural Note
Grazie comes from the Latin 'gratia' (grace, favor). Italians amplify it creatively: 'grazie mille' (a thousand thanks), 'grazie tante' (many thanks), 'grazie infinite' (infinite thanks). In restaurants, saying 'grazie' to a waiter when they bring your plate is standard etiquette and always appreciated.
📝 Example Sentences
Grazie mille per il regalo!
Thank you so much for the gift!
Grazie, sei molto gentile.
Thank you, you're very kind.
No grazie, sono a posto così.
No thanks, I'm fine like this.