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

    Thanks in advance!

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    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...

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    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,

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    Quote Originally Posted by 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,
    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
    Last edited by vicente; 03-16-2008 at 01:51 PM.

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

    Best regards!

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    Quote Originally Posted by vicente

    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.

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