This meaning is used when you want to say 'thank you.' It shows that you are happy or grateful for what someone did.
Thanks for your help today.
She said thanks after the gift.
When people finish a note, email, or letter, they write 'Thanks' to show polite thanks to the reader.
Thanks for reading this letter.
She wrote 'Thanks' at the end.
Sometimes people say 'thanks' to politely say no to an offer. It is a kind way to refuse without being rude.
Would you like some tea? – Thanks, no.
Can I help you? – Thanks, I’m fine.
People say 'thanks' to show they have understood or received information. It is a friendly way to respond in daily talking.
I’ll send you the notes. – Thanks!
Thanks, I will call you later.
This use is more formal or religious. It means to express thanks in a special or serious way, often for blessings or gifts.
We give thanks for the food.
She gave thanks after the speech.
People sometimes say 'thanks' in a not nice way to show they are unhappy or annoyed. It means the opposite of real thanks.
Thanks for breaking my phone!
Oh, thanks for being late again.
