Danke
Thank you
Language note: Short and sweet, just like the German efficiency!
Culture note: Expressing gratitude is highly valued in Germany.
Context: You start your day by entering a local bakery and the baker hands you a fresh loaf of bread.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Danke
[dahn-kuh]
Thank you
Used to express gratitude.
Ich sagte 'Danke', nachdem er mir geholfen hatte.
I said 'Thank you' after he helped me.
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