Bless expresses a wish for good to come to someone, and you names the person receiving it.
Bless expresses a wish for good to come to someone, and you names the person receiving it.
When do people say bless you?
Most often just after someone sneezes.
Can bless you mean thank you?
Yes. Especially in British English, it can warmly thank someone for a kind act.
Does bless you require a religious meaning?
No. Many speakers use it as an ordinary social response.
What should someone say after hearing bless you?
A simple thank you is a natural reply.
Is bless you formal?
The sneeze response is everyday language; the grateful use is affectionate and informal.