Grazie

/ˈɡrɑːtsiə/ interjection

Definition

The Italian word for 'thank you,' commonly used as an expression of gratitude.

Etymology

From Italian grazie, derived from Latin gratiae (plural of gratia meaning 'favor' or 'grace'). The word is related to English 'grace' and 'gratitude' through the same Latin root.

Kelly Says

The word 'grazie' (thank you) shares the same Latin root as 'grace,' 'gratitude,' and even 'grade'—all connected to the idea of something being given or pleasing, showing how ancient Romans thought about giving and receiving.

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