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I appreciated it vs I appreciate it

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'I appreciated it' is past tense, so it would be used when referring to something that was appreciated in the past. 'I appreciate it' is present tense and is used when expressing gratitude or thanks for something in the present moment.
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I appreciated it

This phrase is correct and is used when referring to something that was appreciated in the past.

This phrase is used to express gratitude for something that was appreciated in the past. It is in the past tense.

Examples:

  • I appreciated your help yesterday.
  • I appreciated the effort you put into the project.
  • I appreciated it when you gave me that advice. Thank you for giving my daughter such a nice present—she appreciated it. He told me to tell you that he ...
  • Jan 2, 2015 ... I appreciated it. Being a black man in Ukraine showed me everything that's wrong with race in the U.S.. Sorry, a summary is not available for ...
  • Jun 15, 2024 ... Seems like a trivial little detail, but I appreciated it. Photo.
  • Jun 14, 2018 ... “I appreciated it most” implies that you appreciated something more than anybody else appreciated the same thing.
  • Jun 12, 2019 ... I've learned the expression “I appreciated it” and it seems like this past tense is more common than the present tense of “I appreciate it”.
  • Jun 5, 2020 ... One love young king❤. I appreciated it #Mang mang.
  • Jun 5, 2020 ... 󰟝. One love young king❤. I appreciated it #Mang mang. No photo description available. Akot Mayiik and 367 others · 󰤥 368 · 󰤦 30 · 󰤧 2. Ayuel ...
  • Oct 10, 2022 ... The word “appreciated” is the past tense. We could say, “I appreciated it,” as a simple past tense way to thank someone. “I haven't seen you ...
  • Jan 10, 2010 ... My problem is I think it better to say I appreciated it very much, or it was much appreciated. This is not an argument over the use of very ...
  • I appreciated what he said about me and I appreciated it particularly because I think he has the same qualities which he was generous enough to ascribe to me.

Alternatives:

  • I was grateful for it
  • I was thankful for it
  • I was pleased with it
  • I found it helpful
  • I valued it

I appreciate it

This phrase is correct and is used when expressing gratitude or thanks in the present moment.

This phrase is used to express gratitude or thanks for something in the present moment. It is in the present tense.

Examples:

  • I appreciate your help.
  • I appreciate your understanding.
  • I appreciate the opportunity.
  • Mar 2, 2023 ... I often say something like "i appreciate it" or "you are awesome" or , somewhat jokingly, "you sir are a gentleman and a scholar" in an extra proper voice.
  • Mar 3, 2015 ... "I appreciate it." is a phrase used to express thanks or gratitude, so any other way of thanking someone is perfectly acceptable.
  • Feb 21, 2023 ... "Appreciate it." can be a simplified version of "I appreciate it." with a dropped subject. "Appreciated." also makes sense as a standalone ...
  • Aug 21, 2024 ... 398 likes, 14 comments - getgordon on August 21, 2024: "Thank you all for the birthday wishes, I appreciate it! Spent my birthday doing what ...
  • I appreciate it when my constituents are kind enough to make donations. Great Saturday night at the Anderson County Fair!
  • May 21, 2016 ... I appreciate it that you decided to join us in our festivities. I appreciate it that you have your employees wear shirts that identify your ...
  • Jan 14, 2024 ... When stuff breaks is when I appreciate it most. So here I am, sitting on slow hotel wifi, thinking about how grateful I am for fast wifi I ...
  • Jul 18, 2024 ... ... wide range of vocabularies & grammar. Follow. 1M1M. What's a better way to say "I appreciate it"? See parent question. Answer. Request.
  • Nov 2, 2019 ... This emphasis on human value transcends the generic gratitude expressed by “thanks” or “thank you.” The phrase “I appreciate it” does not quite ...

Alternatives:

  • I am grateful for it
  • I am thankful for it
  • I am pleased with it
  • I find it helpful
  • I value it

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