Thanking & Apologizing

Thanks!

Short and friendly; use with peers, friends, or in quick casual interactions.

Thank you!

Standard everyday thank-you for shops, cafes, and strangers.

Thank you very much!

A polite formula to show extra appreciation when someone has been helpful.

No problem!

Relaxed everyday response among peers or younger speakers.

You are welcome!

The universal everyday reply to any thank-you.

My pleasure!

Courteous and warm formula, very common with service staff.

Oh, sorry!

Natural spontaneous reaction if you bump into someone.

Excuse me! / I am sorry!

Standard apology for small accidents, bumps, or stepping on a foot.

Pardon me, please!

More polite and formal; use when addressing older adults or officials.

Excuse me, please!

Say this clearly when you need people to step aside so you can get through.

Excuse me, a question please!

A polite, natural way to get attention before asking for help.