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Grateful

Part of Speech

Adjective

Pronunciation

/ˈɡreɪt.fəl/ (English pronunciation)

Definitions

  • Feeling or expressing thanks or appreciation.
  • Pleasantly relieved or comforted.

Usage Examples

  • I am grateful for your kindness.
  • She felt grateful to have such supportive friends.

Etymology

Derived from Latin gratus meaning "pleasing" or "thankful," later adapted into Middle English as gratefull.

Synonyms

  • Thankful
  • Appreciative
  • Obliged

Antonyms

  • Ungrateful
  • Thankless
  • Unappreciative

Translations

Language Translation Pronunciation
FrenchReconnaissant/ʁə.kɔ.nɛ.sɑ̃/
SpanishAgradecido/aɣɾaðeˈθiðo/
GermanDankbar/ˈdaŋk.baːɐ̯/
Hindiआभारी/ɑː.bʱɑː.riː/
Tamilநன்றி தெரிவிக்கும்/naṉṟi terivikkum/
Chinese感激/gǎn jī/
Japanese感謝している/kansha shite iru/
RussianБлагодарный/bləɡɐˈdar.nɨj/
Arabicممتن/mumtan/

Regional Pronunciation Variations

In American English, "grateful" is pronounced with a softer "t" sound, while in British English, the "t" is slightly more emphasized.

Historical Usage

The word "grateful" has been used since the 16th century to express gratitude and appreciation, often appearing in literature and formal speech.

Cultural Nuances

Different cultures express gratitude in unique ways. In some societies, verbal thanks are common, while in others, non-verbal gestures such as bowing or gift-giving convey appreciation.

More Information

Gratitude is an important social and psychological concept, often linked to happiness and well-being. Many philosophical and religious traditions emphasize the value of being grateful.

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