"I appreciate it" is a polite and formal way to express gratitude and thankfulness, often an alternative to "Thank you."
In a business setting, it is often used to convey appreciation for a favor, assistance, or a job well done. It is a courteous way to acknowledge someone's help or effort.
For instance, you might use "I appreciate it" when a colleague has provided you with valuable information, completed a task promptly, or gone out of their way to assist you.
Why not just say "thank you"?
"I appreciate it" is typically used when the speaker wants to express stronger gratitude than with "thank you." Both phrases, however, can be used together in the same message, email, or letter. Take the following example of a message from one coworker to another.
Thank you for your help with the project proposal yesterday. I really appreciate all your input and advice!
In the example above, the coworker who wrote the message is using both "thank you" and "I (really) appreciate it" and even specifies what "it" is in the second sentence.
Other alternatives of the phrase "I appreciate it" include:
- I'm so grateful (for your help).
- Thank you so much.
- I really want to thank you (for your help).
- Thanks a lot.
- I can't thank you enough.
- I'm deeply grateful (for your help).
- I can't express how much this means to me.
- I'm thankful beyond words.
The use of "I appreciate it" over the years
The expression "I appreciate it" has seen positive growth from the 1800s and beyond.
Example sentences
- Thank you for sending me the report ahead of schedule; I appreciate it.
- I wanted to express my gratitude for your guidance during the project. I appreciate it.
- Your prompt response to my email was very helpful; I really appreciate it.
- I know you put in extra hours to meet the deadline, and I truly appreciate it.
- Your insights during the meeting were invaluable; I appreciate it.
- I appreciate your assistance with resolving the technical issue.
- I wanted to say thank you for handling the client's request so efficiently; I appreciate it.
- Your attention to detail in the presentation was outstanding, and I appreciate your hard work.
- Thanks for sharing your expertise on the matter; I appreciate it.
- I appreciate your support in coordinating the event; it wouldn't have been possible without you.
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