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"thanks for understanding" vs "Thank you for understanding"

Both "thank you for understanding" and "thanks for understanding" are correct and commonly used phrases in English. They are interchangeable and convey gratitude for someone's understanding in a polite manner.

Last Updated: March 24, 2024

thanks for understanding

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to express gratitude for someone's understanding.

This phrase is a casual way to thank someone for their understanding in a situation where you appreciate their empathy or leniency.

Examples:

  • Thanks for understanding my situation.
  • I really appreciate your patience. Thanks for understanding.
  • Thanks for understanding why I couldn't make it to the meeting.

Alternatives:

  • Thank you for understanding
  • Thank you for your understanding
  • I appreciate your understanding
  • Thank you for being understanding
  • Thank you for your patience

Thank you for understanding

This is correct

Sometimes, we have to be the bearer of bad news. In this case, it's nice to thank the listener for being patient or for bearing with us.

ExpertExplanation provided by a TextRanch English expert


Some examples from our editors:

  • We are sorry, but your flight will be delayed for five hours; thank you for understanding.
  • That is all the information we have on the situation; thank you for understanding.

Some alternatives from our editors:

  • thank you for your understanding
  • thank you for your patience

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