Thanks a bunch

[mem286]

Hello!
It's about the expression "Thanks a bunch" Is it sarcastic? What's the most usual use of this expression?

Thanks in advance!

[kainu]

Have a look on wordreference...

It can be sarcastic. It depends on the situation.
From what I read, with friends and in non-formal situation, you can use it. There's no problem. But in formal situation, better not to use it.

Hope I've been helpful...

[mem286]

Thanks for the info kainu!
I'm looking for english-natives opinion about this. How you use this expression in everyday life. Dictionaries are useful (I've already serch there), but sometimes natives can be more helpful than a book.

Regards,

[vicente]

Thanks for the info kainu!
I'm looking for english-natives opinion about this. How you use this expression in everyday life. Dictionaries are useful (I've already serch there), but sometimes natives can be more helpful than a book.

Regards,

Hi mem286.

OK, thanks a bunch in the U.S. is an informal way of saying thank you very much.

It is not sarcastic. It is a friendly way to say thanks. It is only sarcastic if said in a sarcastic tone of voice. It ranks with thanks a lot!, thanks loads!, thanks tons!

It is most commonly used where a favor is done and you wish to say Thank you!! enthusiatiscally.

vicente

[mem286]

Thanks Vicente! This is exactly what I was looking for!

Best regards!

[kainu]

It is most commonly used where a favor is done and you wish to say Thank you!! enthusiatiscally.

vicente

This is AN explanation.
Thanks! now, I understand the meaning.