Small Talk · Salaanta & Hadalka · Courtesy

Mahadsanid

Thank you

ma-had-SA-nid
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Meaning

Mahadsanid means thank you. Mahad means thanks or gratitude, and mahadsanid is literally you are thanked. It is the everyday thank you and suits any situation, from a shopkeeper to your grandmother. The reply is Adaa mudan (you are welcome). To say thank you very much, use Aad baad u mahadsantahay.

Tip: Mahadsanid is said to one person; to thank a group, say Mahadsanidin.

In conversation

Mahadsanid, hooyo. — Adaa mudan.Thank you, mom. — You are welcome.
Aad baad u mahadsantahay.Thank you very much.

Using Mahadsanid at home

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