🇺🇦 Ukrainian phrases

How to Say "Thank you" in Ukrainian

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Дякую
"Thank you" in Ukrainian · say it like dyah-koo-yoo

The most natural way to say "Thank you" in Ukrainian is Дякую. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.

Other ways to say it

Дякую вам
more formal, used when addressing someone respectfully
Спасибі
casual, often used among friends

When to use it

You can use 'Дякую' in almost any situation where you want to express thanks. It is appropriate in both formal and informal contexts. Use it after receiving help, a gift, or a compliment.

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Examples in Ukrainian

UkrainianEnglish
Дякую за допомогу.Thank you for your help.
Дякую вам за вашу підтримку.Thank you for your support.
Common mistake
Some learners might confuse 'Дякую' with 'Спасибі', thinking they are interchangeable, but 'Дякую' is more universally accepted.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear Дякую, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Ukrainian with a coach that corrects your pronunciation in real time. You can start with two free conversations.

Frequently asked questions

Is there a difference between 'Дякую' and 'Спасибі'?

'Дякую' is more formal and widely used, while 'Спасибі' is more casual.

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