grateful for
Thankful about
Use `grateful for` to show sincere appreciation for something that has improved your life or day.
15 सेकंड में
- Expresses deep appreciation for a person, thing, or situation.
- Followed by a noun or a verb ending in -ing.
- Used in both heartfelt personal moments and professional settings.
मतलब
When you use this phrase, you are saying that you feel lucky or happy because of something good in your life. It is like giving a warm 'thank you' to the universe or a specific person for a gift, help, or a nice situation.
मुख्य उदाहरण
3 / 6Talking to a supportive friend
I am so grateful for your advice during my breakup.
I am so grateful for your advice during my breakup.
In a professional email
We are grateful for your partnership on this project.
We are grateful for your partnership on this project.
Texting a sibling
Grateful for the leftovers you left in the fridge!
Grateful for the leftovers you left in the fridge!
सांस्कृतिक पृष्ठभूमि
The concept of being 'grateful' is central to many English-speaking traditions, especially the American holiday of Thanksgiving. Recently, 'gratitude' has become a massive wellness trend, with millions of people using 'gratitude apps' to track daily positives. It is seen as a sign of emotional intelligence and maturity to express this openly.
Add an intensifier
If you really mean it, use 'so', 'truly', or 'eternally' before grateful. It makes you sound much more sincere.
Don't confuse 'to' and 'for'
You are grateful TO a person, but grateful FOR a thing. Example: 'I am grateful TO you FOR the gift.'
15 सेकंड में
- Expresses deep appreciation for a person, thing, or situation.
- Followed by a noun or a verb ending in -ing.
- Used in both heartfelt personal moments and professional settings.
What It Means
Being grateful for something is like having a warm feeling in your chest. It is deeper than a simple 'thanks.' You are acknowledging that something good happened to you. It shows you value the person or the thing. It is about recognizing the positive parts of your day. Even small things like a good cup of coffee count.
How To Use It
Follow the pattern: grateful for + [noun or verb-ing]. You can say you are grateful for your friends. You can also be grateful for having a day off. If you want to sound more intense, add so or truly. For example, 'I am so grateful for your help.' It is a very flexible phrase. It works for big life events and tiny moments.
When To Use It
Use it when you want to show real appreciation. It is perfect for thank-you notes or speeches. Use it when talking to a partner about your relationship. It works well in work emails after a big project. Use it when you are counting your blessings. It is a great way to start a positive conversation. It makes the other person feel seen and valued.
When NOT To Use It
Do not use it for small, automatic transactions. If a waiter brings you water, just say 'thank you.' Saying 'I am grateful for this water' sounds a bit dramatic. Avoid it if you are actually annoyed. Using it sarcastically can sound very mean. Don't use it if you are apologizing for a mistake. Stick to 'sorry' in those moments. It is for appreciation, not for fixing errors.
Cultural Background
In English-speaking cultures, showing gratitude is a big social 'glue.' There is a huge trend right now called 'gratitude journaling.' People write down three things they are grateful for every night. It is linked to mental health and happiness. During the holiday of Thanksgiving, this phrase is the star of the show. Everyone sits around and shares what they are grateful for that year.
Common Variations
Thankful for is the most common twin of this phrase. It is slightly more casual. Appreciative of is another cousin, but it feels more professional. You might hear people say they 'count their blessings.' In very formal settings, you might hear 'indebted to.' But grateful for is the perfect middle ground. It is sincere without being too stiff or too lazy.
इस्तेमाल की जानकारी
This phrase is perfectly 'middle-of-the-road' regarding formality. It works in a heart-to-heart talk or a corporate boardroom. Just remember the spelling (no 'great' in grateful)!
Add an intensifier
If you really mean it, use 'so', 'truly', or 'eternally' before grateful. It makes you sound much more sincere.
Don't confuse 'to' and 'for'
You are grateful TO a person, but grateful FOR a thing. Example: 'I am grateful TO you FOR the gift.'
The 'Gratitude' Trend
In the US and UK, telling someone you are 'grateful for' them is a common way to strengthen a friendship without being 'too weird'.
उदाहरण
6I am so grateful for your advice during my breakup.
I am so grateful for your advice during my breakup.
Shows deep personal appreciation for emotional support.
We are grateful for your partnership on this project.
We are grateful for your partnership on this project.
A polite way to acknowledge a business relationship.
Grateful for the leftovers you left in the fridge!
Grateful for the leftovers you left in the fridge!
Casual and friendly use for a small favor.
I'm truly grateful for dry shampoo and coffee this morning.
I'm truly grateful for dry shampoo and coffee this morning.
Using a deep word for a funny, relatable struggle.
I'm just grateful for having the whole family together.
I'm just grateful for having the whole family together.
Focuses on the experience rather than a physical object.
I am incredibly grateful for this opportunity to lead.
I am incredibly grateful for this opportunity to lead.
Formal and humble expression of thanks.
खुद को परखो
Choose the correct form to complete the sentence.
I am truly grateful ___ the help you gave me yesterday.
The standard collocation is 'grateful for' followed by the thing you are appreciating.
Complete the sentence using a verb form.
She is grateful for ___ such a supportive boss.
After the preposition 'for', we use the gerund (-ing) form of the verb.
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विज़ुअल लर्निंग टूल्स
Formality of Appreciation
Thanks for...
Thanks for the coffee!
Grateful for...
I'm grateful for your help.
Much obliged / Indebted
We are indebted to you for your service.
Where to use 'Grateful for'
Family Dinner
Grateful for this meal.
Work Email
Grateful for your feedback.
Journaling
Grateful for the sunshine.
Hard Times
Grateful for your support.
अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले सवाल
10 सवालYes, they are very similar. Grateful often feels a bit deeper or more emotional, while thankful is more common for everyday things.
Absolutely! Saying 'I am grateful for the opportunity to interview' shows you are polite and humble.
Yes, this is a very sweet thing to say to a friend or partner. It means you appreciate their entire existence in your life.
It is always spelled grateful. People often make the mistake of writing 'greatful' because of the word 'great', but that is incorrect!
Use the -ing form. For example: 'I am grateful for living in a safe city' or 'I am grateful for having a car.'
Not at all. You can even shorten it to 'Grateful for you!' to make it feel lighter and faster.
The opposite is being 'ungrateful' or 'taking something for granted.' It means you don't realize how lucky you are.
Yes, you can say 'I'm grateful for my mom.' It means you are glad she is in your life.
Don't use it for tiny things like someone passing the salt. A simple 'thanks' is better there so you don't sound over-the-top.
It can be used in religious contexts, but it is mostly used in a secular, everyday way now. It's about mindset, not just faith.
संबंधित मुहावरे
Appreciative of
Recognizing the value or quality of something.
Indebted to
Feeling like you owe someone thanks for a big favor.
Count your blessings
To stop and think about the good things in your life.
Much obliged
An old-fashioned, very formal way to say thank you.
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