thanks then

USAGE SUMMARY

"thanks then" is correct and usable in written English.
You can use it in a variety of contexts when you want to express appreciation with some finality. For example, "Thank you for your help. I really appreciate it. Thanks then."

✓ Grammatically correct

News & Media

Wiki

Human-verified examples from authoritative sources

Exact Expressions

20 human-written examples

Let us offer up a prayer of thanks, then, to the gods of happy accidents.

The Guardian - Lifestyle

Stern said thanks, then hit Evans with a two-word retort that nearly knocked him over: "Don't flop".

The New York Times

Let us give thanks, then, that this year there are a few culinary additions that have given new life to the Feast.

The New York Times

Give thanks then for self-styled anarchist cook George Egg, who has put together The Mess, a night at London's Foundling Museum this Wednesday.

The Guardian - Lifestyle

Let us give thanks, then, for Martin E.P. Seligman, a professor of psychology at the University of Pennsylvania and a former president of the American Psychological Association.

The New York Times - Magazine

No thanks!" Then, a groundswell of opposition to America's stationing of nuclear-armed missiles on German soil seemed to some to conflate two separate issues, nuclear energy and nuclear weapons, making for a combustible mix.

The New York Times

Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources

Similar Expressions

40 human-written examples

As he walks on, he thanks her, then confides sheepishly, "That's not my girlfriend".

The New York Times

THANKS, OBAMACARE!" Then chat up the Fox News crew that instantly appears in your driveway.

The New Yorker

She thanks him, then makes the sound of a doorbell with her mouth and excuses herself to go answer it.

The New Yorker

If the car had been a person, I'd have said thanks just then: thanks for being reliable even if your engine is, as my eldest son (who once did a car maintenance course) likes to say, "a bit ticky".

The Guardian - Lifestyle

She was effusive in her thanks and then said, "Would you like a couple of bucks?" Flabbergasted, I said, "Er, no, but thank you".

The New York Times

Expert writing Tips

Best practice

Use "thanks then" to politely conclude a conversation or interaction after expressing gratitude. It implies acceptance and a smooth transition to the next topic or action.

Common error

Avoid using "thanks then" in highly formal or professional correspondence. Opt for a more elaborate expression of gratitude followed by a clear and formal closing.

Linguistic Context

The phrase "thanks then" primarily functions as a polite way to conclude a conversation or acknowledge something after expressing gratitude. Ludwig AI indicates its correctness and usability in various contexts.

Expression frequency: Common

Frequent in

News & Media

40%

Wiki

30%

Formal & Business

10%

Less common in

Science

5%

Academia

5%

Reference

5%

Ludwig's WRAP-UP

In summary, "thanks then" is a commonly used phrase to politely conclude an interaction or conversation after expressing gratitude. Ludwig AI confirms its grammatical correctness and general usability. While it is appropriate in many contexts, it may be less suitable for highly formal or professional settings. Its neutral to informal register makes it ideal for casual conversations but potentially less appropriate for official correspondence. Consider alternatives such as "thank you then" or more formal expressions of gratitude depending on the specific situation.

More alternative expressions

Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:

thank you then

More formal and explicit in its expression of gratitude.

thanks for that then

Highlights the specific thing being thanked for.

much appreciated then

A more emphatic way of expressing gratitude.

I appreciate it then

Highlights that gratitude is felt.

thanks anyway

Expresses gratitude even when an offer or attempt was unsuccessful.

cheers then

An informal expression of gratitude, followed by a concluding remark.

thank you in advance

Expresses gratitude before something is done.

grateful then

Shows you are grateful.

pleased then

Expresses content.

all right then

Shows acceptance or agreement.

FAQs

How can I use "thanks then" in a sentence?

"Thanks then" is used to express gratitude before moving on to another subject or concluding a conversation. For example, "I understand the instructions, "thanks then", I will get started right away."

Are there any formal alternatives to "thanks then"?

Yes, in formal settings, you might use phrases like "thank you for your assistance" or "I appreciate your help" followed by a more formal closing statement.

Is it appropriate to use "thanks then" in professional emails?

It depends on your relationship with the recipient. If it's a casual, ongoing conversation, it's acceptable. For initial or highly formal communications, a more elaborate expression of gratitude is preferable.

What's the difference between "thanks then" and "thanks anyway"?

"Thanks then" indicates closure after gratitude, while "thanks anyway" expresses gratitude even when an effort was unsuccessful or a negative outcome occurred.