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"Thanks very much" is a phrase which is often translated as "muchas gracias", and "thanks a lot" is an interjection which is also often translated as "muchas gracias". Learn more about the difference between "thanks very much" and "thanks a lot" below.
thanks very much(
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)A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
1. (colloquial) (general)
A word or phrase that is commonly used in conversational speech (e.g., skinny, grandma).
a. muchas gracias
Here's the money that I owed you. - Thanks very much.Aquí tienes el dinero que te debía. - Muchas gracias.
thanks a lot(
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)An interjection is a short utterance that expresses emotion, hesitation, or protest (e.g., Wow!).
1. (general)
a. muchas gracias
Your advice means so much to me. Thanks a lot!Tus consejos son muy importantes para mí. ¡Muchas gracias!
