Thank you in advance

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HiI am quite curious if it's quite logical and reasonable to say 'thank you in advance'. I know it's quite common, but I've never used it. Would a native say so? I would also like a few comments (of yours) on this.Thank you.Warm regardsPrajwal

Kartik Raj Kanna · Accepted Answer

Hi Prajwal
I would just stick to using Thank You. Thank You in advance sounds ... different ...
KRK

Prajwalkr · Answer

Thanks for your reply, KRK. I suppose you haven't used it too.

Prajwal

Clive · Answer

Hi,

It's OK in casual English. But it assumes that the other person will do what is asked, so only use it if you are sure about this.

I would avoid it in business English.

Clive

Prajwalkr · Answer

Thank you very much, Clive.

Warm regards
Prajwal

Cavalier King · Answer

I guess we can use it here (EnglishForward.com) as it's for knowledge purposes and not for any business opportunities.

Prajwalkr · Answer

mainak.basudevI guess we can use it here (EnglishForward.com)

No problem!

It's definitely better than saying nothing at all(some people forget say 'thank you')

Prajwal

Cavalier King · Answer

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Clive · Answer

Hi,

Yes, I'm constantly amazed at how some people here never say 'please' or 'thank you'.

I'm starting to wonder if politeness is just not a feature of some cultures at all.

Clive

Cavalier King · Answer

What I believe Clive, politeness has been a prime trait of every culture. But it is rapidly fading in this age.

Thank you in advance

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