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How do you say thank in Taiwanese Hokkien?

There are several ways to say "thank you" in Taiwanese Hokkien, depending on the formality and context:

Formal:

* 感謝 (Kám-siā): This is the most formal and polite way to say "thank you".

* 謝謝 (Siā-siā): This is also a polite way to say "thank you", but slightly less formal than "感謝".

Informal:

* 多謝 (Tō-siā): This is a common and informal way to say "thank you", often used with friends and family.

* 謝謝你 (Siā-siā lí): This is a more personal way to say "thank you" to someone specifically.

* 唔該 (M̄-kài): This is a very casual and informal way to say "thank you", similar to saying "thanks" in English.

Other expressions:

* 感恩 (Kám-ún): This literally means "grateful" and is a more heartfelt way to express thanks.

* 有勞 (Ū-lô): This means "thank you for your hard work" and is appropriate for showing appreciation for someone's effort.

It's important to note that the tone of voice and context also play a role in how "thank you" is perceived.

Here are some examples of how these phrases might be used in a sentence:

* 感謝您的招待。(Kám-siā lí ê chhō͘-tāi.) Thank you for your hospitality.

* 謝謝你的幫助。(Siā-siā lí ê pang-chō͘.) Thank you for your help.

* 多謝你請我吃飯。(Tō-siā lí chhiáⁿ góa tsia̍h pn̄g.) Thank you for treating me to dinner.

* 唔該。(M̄-kài.) Thanks.

Remember that pronunciation and intonation are important in Taiwanese Hokkien. You can find online resources and apps that offer audio pronunciation to help you practice.

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