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Last Updated on July 16, 2024 by AIFS Abroad
Though Thanksgiving is an American tradition, people in countries around the world are also giving thanks this time of year during their own harvest festivals. If you’re thinking about studying abroad or interning abroad on one of AIFS Abroad’s many different programs, you’ll probably need to learn how to say “thank you” in your host country’s language or languages. So, why not practice at this year’s Thanksgiving table?
Here are a few of the many ways say “thank you” in different languages from around the world:
1. Spanish
Gracias
Pronunciation: graa·see·uhs
2. German
Danke
Pronunciation: dahn-kuh
3. Hungarian
Köszönöm
Pronunciation: koe-ssoe-noem
4. Italian
Grazie
Pronunciation: gra-tzee-eh
5. Scottish Gaelic
Tapadh leat
Pronunciation: TAH-puh LAHT
6. Czech
Děkuji
Pronunciation: deh-ku-yee
7. French
Merci
Pronunciation: mehr-see
8. Greek
ευχαριστώ
Roman letters: Efcharistó
Pronunciation: ef-hari-sto
9. Irish Gaelic
Go raibh maith agat
Pronunciation: guh-ruh-mah-a-gut
10 Portugese
Obrigado
Pronunciation: oh-bree-gah-doh
11. Korean
감사합니다
Roman letters: Gamsahabnida
Pronunciation: gam-sab-nee-dah
Impress your family by bringing a little international flair to your Turkey Day!
Before studying or interning abroad, try peppering a little of your host country’s language with friends and family. Not only will it impress them, but it will also impress the locals when you’re overseas. Even if you can’t speak fluently, a little effort goes a long way!
