Here's a breakdown:
* कृत (kṛta) means "done" or "made".
* ज्ञाता (jñatā) means "knowledge" or "awareness".
Putting them together, कृतज्ञता (kṛta-jñatā) signifies "awareness of what has been done", implying recognition and appreciation for what someone has done for you.
You can also use other words like:
* धन्यवाद (dhanyavād): This is a common word for "thank you" and can be used to express gratitude.
* आभार (ābhār): This means "thanks" or "appreciation" and is a more formal way to express gratitude.
* कृपा (kṛpā): This word means "grace" or "kindness" and can be used to express gratitude for someone's favor or kindness.