danke
thanks
An expression of gratitude or polite appreciation for something someone has done or given.
EXAMPLE
Danke für deine Hilfe!
Thanks for your help!
danke
thanks
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Meanings
danke
thanks
A polite response to an offer or question that expresses acceptance or agreement.
EXAMPLE
Möchtest du noch Kaffee? – Danke, gern.
Would you like some more coffee? – Thanks, I'd love some.
nein, danke
no, thanks
A polite refusal of an offer or request.
EXAMPLE
Möchtest du ein Stück Kuchen? – Nein, danke.
Would you like a piece of cake? – No, thanks.
Usage tips
Fixed preposition
When 'danke' (thanks) refers to something specific, it is often followed by 'für' (for) with the accusative. A noun or an action can follow 'für'.
EXAMPLE
Danke fürs Zuhören!
Thanks for listening!
Response pattern
When accepting an offer, people often say 'Danke, gern' or 'Danke, gerne' (Thanks, I'd be happy to). The word expresses polite agreement and usually comes at the beginning of the response.
EXAMPLE
Darf ich Ihnen den Mantel abnehmen? – Danke, gerne.
May I take your coat? – Thanks, that would be lovely.
Polite refusal
The fixed expression 'nein, danke' (no, thanks) is used for a polite refusal. 'Danke' follows 'nein' and is separated by a comma.
EXAMPLE
Brauchen Sie eine Tüte? – Nein, danke, ich habe einen Rucksack dabei.
Do you need a bag? – No, thanks, I have a backpack with me.
In real life
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