How to say “Thank you” in Classical Arabic
The most common way to say “thank you” in Classical Arabic. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
شكرًا لك
shukran laka
In a sentence
English
Thank you, please.
Classical Arabic
شكرًا لك, من فضلك
Frequently asked
How do you say "Thank you" in Classical Arabic?
"Thank you" in Classical Arabic is "شكرًا لك". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "شكرًا لك" written in Classical Arabic?
Classical Arabic uses the Arabic alphabet, an abjad. "شكرًا لك" is the standard right-to-left written form.
How do you pronounce "شكرًا لك" in Classical Arabic?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "شكرًا لك" pronounced by a native-style synthetic voice. For practice, repeat the phrase out loud immediately after listening — the rhythm and stress are usually what trips learners up, not the individual sounds.
What does "شكرًا لك" mean in English?
"شكرًا لك" is the Classical Arabic way of saying "Thank you" in English. It's used in everyday conversation in roughly the same situations as the English original.
Are there formal or informal ways to say "Thank you" in Classical Arabic?
Many languages — including Classical Arabic — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "شكرًا لك" is the most broadly understood form; for register-specific variants, use the full translator above with your exact sentence.