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What do you mean by kansha shiteumasu in English?

感謝します (kansha shimasu) means "thank you" in Japanese. While there isn't a direct equivalent phrase to "kansha shiteimasu" in English that retains the nuance, it's essentially a more polite and slightly longer way of saying "thank you." It emphasizes the feeling of gratitude, conveying more of a sense of sincere appreciation than a simple "thank you." You could translate it as:

* I am grateful. This is a good, straightforward translation that captures the feeling.

* I appreciate it. This emphasizes the value of the action you're thanking them for.

* Thank you very much. This is a more formal and emphatic way of saying thank you.

The difference is subtle but important. "Arigato" (ありがとう) is a common and casual "thank you," while "kansha shimasu" is more formal and expresses a deeper sense of gratitude. Adding "-teimasu" (ています) to the verb "kansha suru" (感謝する - to be grateful) indicates a continuous action, signifying an ongoing state of gratitude.

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