I appreciate it greatly

Meanings

1. 1phrasefixed phrase

   A polite, slightly formal way to say thank you very much for something.

   Grammar: Used as a complete sentence or after 'and': Thanks, and I appreciate it greatly.

   Patterns

   • I appreciate it greatly
   • I greatly appreciate it

   Thank you for your help; I appreciate it greatly.

   I appreciate it greatly that you took the time to write to me.

   If you could send the report by Friday, I would appreciate it greatly.

2. 2phrasefixed phrase

   A way to say that you understand how important or valuable something is to you.

   Grammar: Often used in letters and emails when thanking someone for a kind act.

   Patterns

   • I appreciate it greatly when ...

   I appreciate it greatly when colleagues share their ideas with me.

   She said she appreciated it greatly that we visited her in the hospital.

Common combinations

appreciate it greatly

Your support means a lot; I appreciate it greatly.

greatly appreciate

I greatly appreciate your patience during this busy time.

appreciate the gesture

I appreciate the gesture, but you didn't need to bring a gift.

Synonyms and how they differ

thank you very much

More direct and common in speech; 'I appreciate it greatly' sounds warmer and a little more formal.

I'm very grateful

Focuses on your feeling of thanks; 'appreciate' focuses on recognizing the value of what was done.

Word family

appreciate verb

To recognize the value of something or to be thankful.

appreciation noun

A feeling of being thankful or of understanding value.

appreciative adjective

Feeling or showing thanks.

Commonly confused: I appreciate it greatly or apprehend?

Practice

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