Expressing gratitude adalah ungkapan terimakasih kepada seseorang yang telah

memberikan sesuatu atau membantu kita dalam masalah.

Apa saja kalimat yang menunjukkan gratitude?

 Thank you/Thanks (terima kasih)
 Thank you very much (terima kasih banyak)
 Thanks a lot (terima kasih banyak)
 I am grateful for...? (aku berterima kasih untuk...)
 I want to thank you for you to help me (aku ingin berterimakasih kau mau menolongku)
 I really appreciate your kindness (aku sangat menghargai kebaikanmu)
 You have been really helpful for me (kamu sudah sangat membantu untukku)
 I just can't thank you enough (seberapa banyak kata terimakasih pun takkan cukup)
 It means a lot for me (ini berharga sangat banyak untukku)
 I can't repay you for what you've done (aku tidak bisa membayarmu untuk apa yang sudah
kamu lakukan)

Response
 My pleasure. (dengan senang hati)
 You’re welcome. (sama-sama)
 No problem (tidak apa apa)
 I’m glad that i can help you. (aku senang bisa membantumu)
 Don't mention it (tidak masalah)
 Forget it. (lupakanlah)
 That’s what friends are. (itulah arti teman)
 It’s all right. (baiklah)
 It’s nothing. (tidak apa-apa)
 That’s okay. (ok)

Berikut ini adalah beberapa contoh dialog yang menunjukkan expressing gratitude

Dialogue I
Bagus : Arif, I gotta go now.
Arif : But the party’s just started, Bagus.
Bagus : I know. But I have to get up very early tomorrow. Thanks a lot for this amazing party.
Arif : You’re welcome. I may throw another one next week.
Bagus : That would be great. Your parties are famous all around the campus.
Arif : Make sure you are free next Sunday.
Bagus : I will. Thanks again, man. See you tomorrow.

Dialogue II
Lingga : Hey, Ratu. How are you now?
Ratu : I’m feeling better, Lingga. Thanks for asking.
Lingga : I called your place and your mom told me you got the flu.
Ratu : Yeah, I did.
Lingga : I told Ms. Diana about it and she said she’ll let you take the tests later on.
Ratu : Thanks a lot Lingga.
Lingga : Don’t mention it. And here is the list of topics which were covered last week.
Ratu : Thank you so much. You’re a great friend.

Dialogue III
Linda : Hey Anggi, can I ask you for a favor?
Anggi  : Sure Linda, what is it?
Linda : I have to finish this report but I don’t think I’ll be able to finish it on time.
Anggi : Don’t worry. I’ll help you out.
Linda : Thanks, Anggi.
Anggi : That's nothing. You helped me last month so I’m returning the favor now.
Linda : Thanks a lot. You’re a lifesaver.
Anggi : You’re welcome.

Soal Bahasa Inggris Expressing Gratitude Kelas 7 SMP

Answer the following questions by choosing the right answer between a, b, c, d, or e

Complete the dialogue below (for questions number 1 and 2)

Cindy: Oh, I have a headache. Can you get me "Bodrex", please? It's on the table.
Tiny: ___________ Here it is.
Cindy: Thank you.
1. The suitable expression to complete the dialogue is …
A. Of course you are
B. I doubt
C. Never mind
D. Certainly
E. I am grateful
2. You help someone with a heavy bag. They say ''thank you'' and you reply ....
A. No thanks
B. You're welcome
C. I appreciate it
D. I am grateful
E. You blame me

Yozy : Today is your birthday, right?

Dany : Yes, How do you know about it?
Yozy : Have a wonderful day. I have a gift for you.
Dany : Oh my God I really like it _______________ .
Yozy : Never mind.
3. The suitable expression to complete the dialogue is …
A. It is disappointing me!
B. It is not special!
C. I’m very satisfied!
D. You shouldn't have!
E. You're too generous!
4. What is the suitable response of expression “Thank so much!”
A. Welcome home
B. You are welcome
C. Come here
D. Come in please
E. go away

Jack : Oh no! I forgot to post a letter.

Rudy : Let me help you, because I'm going to the post office.
Jack : You've been very helpful.
5. The underlined expression expresses ....
A. Satisfaction
B. Dissatisfaction
C. Agreement
D. Thanks
E. Dislike

Nicole: Harry, I gotta go now.

Harry: But the party’s just started, Nicole.
Nicole: I know. But I have to get up very early tomorrow. Thanks a lot for this amazing party.
Harry: You’re welcome. I may throw another one next week.
Nicole: That would be great. Your parties are famous all around the campus.
6. The underlined phrase means ...
A. The party was great
B. The party was funny
C. The party was poor
D. The party was bored
E. The party was dreadful
7. Rima : Thank you for your attention.
Anto : ...
A. You are welcome
B. I am very sorry
C. Please excuse me
D. Thanks
E. Help me
8. Irwan : Thank you for coming.
Anto : ....
A. Sorry
B. No problem
C. I don’t know
D. I don’t think so
E. It was boring.
9. X : Hi, I bought some cookies for you.
Y:…
A. Thanks very much
B. I’m really sorry
C. How are you
D. I did
E. I apologize for it.
10. Jane : Thanks for the drink.
Nela : …
A. Don’t mention it
B. Thank you
C. Sure
D. Sorry
E. Go away.