At these times, we want to offer the most sincere thanks we can. You could say something like this:. That helps tell the other person that you truly appreciate what they did for you. This is also a good way to say thank you in an email, in a more formal situation like a job interview, or a handwritten thank you note. Thank you for loaning me your vacuum cleaner! I was able to get everything ready for the party on time. Body language is very important when thanking someone, too. Just lean towards them a little, make eye contact, and smile.
In formal business situations you might shake hands. Be sincere! Whatever words you choose to say, be sure to say them with a smile! That will do more to express your thanks than words alone, and the other person will feel appreciated. English Vocabulary and Idioms. Hello spolsky and thank you for your question. The phrase "Thank you, sir, may I have another" comes from the film "Animal House" "The film's dialogue has saturated pop culture to such an extent that phrases such as "Assume the position!
Burns: Thank you sir. May I have another? When Lenny kicks Burns in the butt to demonstrate to Homer the Stonecutters' hierarchy, Burns responds by saying "Thank you sir. This is a reference to the film "Animal House," when the Omega house is doing their initiations.
In the movie, an older brother is paddling the pledges, and the pledge Kevin Bacon in his first role responds with that line.
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