Interjections of Gratitude and Apology · Interjections — English Vocabulary

what we say to show we are happy for something someone did

"Thank you for your help."

"Thank you very much for helping me with my homework yesterday afternoon."

used to express gratitude or acknowledgment for something that has been done or offered

"Much appreciated, friend."

"Much appreciated. Thank you for helping me with this difficult problem. I owe you one."

used to express appreciation for a favor, help, or kindness

"Much obliged, sir."

"Much obliged. I owe you one for your kindness and generosity towards me today."

used to express willingness, satisfaction, or enjoyment in fulfilling a request, performing a task, or offering assistance

"My pleasure. Happy to help you out."

"My pleasure. Happy to help you out anytime you need assistance. Just call me."

used to acknowledge thanks or a request without any sense of inconvenience or difficulty

"No problem. It was very easy."

"No problem. It was very easy for me to do because I have done it before."

used to respond to thanks in a polite and modest manner

"Not at all. Do not mention it."

"Not at all. Do not mention it because I was happy to help you today."

used to reassure someone that there is no problem or concern regarding a situation

"No worries. Everything is fine now."

"No worries. Everything is fine now, so do not stress yourself out about it anymore."

used to express regret or remorse for an error, mistake, or inconvenience caused to someone else

"My apologies. I am very sorry."

"My apologies. I am very sorry for what I did. Please forgive me for my mistake."

used to acknowledge one's mistake, error, or fault

"My bad. I made a mistake."

"My bad. I made a mistake, and I am sorry for causing you any trouble."

used to indicate that a previous statement or action was meant as a joke or not to be taken seriously

"Just kidding! Do not be angry."

"Just kidding! Do not be angry because I was only joking with you, my friend."

used to express mild surprise or amusement, especially when someone makes a small mistake or has a minor accident

"Whoops-a-daisy! I dropped my cup."

"Whoops-a-daisy! I dropped my cup on the floor, and it broke into many pieces."

used to express mild concern, surprise, or anticipation of a problem or mishap

"Uh-oh! I think we have a problem."

"Uh-oh! I think we have a problem because the car is making a strange noise again."

used to acknowledge a small mistake, accident, or mishap

"Whoops! I accidentally spilled my drink."

"Whoops! I accidentally spilled my drink on your new shirt. I am so sorry about that."

used when someone makes a mistake or small blunder

"Oops! I made a little mistake."

"Oops! I made a little mistake, but I will fix it right now. Do not worry."

a short way to say thank you

"Thanks for the nice gift."

"Thanks a lot for everything you have done for me today, really."

used to express gratitude, appreciation, or acknowledgement

"Cheers for the help."

"Cheers for your invaluable assistance with this challenging task; I truly appreciate your dedication."

used to express willingness and availability to help, support, or accommodate someone

"Anytime. Just call me if needed."

"Anytime. Just call me if you need anything at all. Do not hesitate to ask me."

used to acknowledge gratitude or appreciation

"Sure thing! I will do it now."

"Sure thing! I will do it now without any delay or further questions about it."

used as a positive and affirming response to thanks

"You bet, my pleasure."

"You bet, it was my absolute pleasure to help you navigate through those intricate legal documents."

a word we use to say we feel bad about something

"Sorry, I broke your phone."

"Sorry, I did not mean to break your favorite cup. It was an accident."