thanks all the same

/ˈθæŋks ɔːl ðə ˈseɪm/
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To express gratitude while politely declining an offer.

Examples

  • Even though the gift was not what I wanted, I said thanks all the same.
  • She offered to drive, but I already had a ride, so I said thanks all the same.
  • After the team declined my suggestion, I wrote thanks all the same in the chat.
  • He tried to fix my computer, but the problem was already solved, so I replied thanks all the same.
  • When my friend couldn't lend me money, I responded thanks all the same.

Similar words

thanks anyway
thank you anyway
I appreciate it anyway
thanks regardless
thank you regardless

Meanings

Thank you anyway

social
neutral
Said to express gratitude even though the help or offer was not needed or could not be given.

Examples

  • I couldn't join the meeting, but thanks all the same.
  • She offered to drive, but I already had a ride, so I said thanks all the same.
  • He tried to fix my computer, but the problem was already solved, so I replied thanks all the same.
  • After the team declined my suggestion, I wrote thanks all the same in the chat.
  • Even though the gift was not what I wanted, I said thanks all the same.
  • When my friend couldn't lend me money, I responded thanks all the same.

Similar words

Etymology

FAQ

What does thanks all the same mean?

It means you are grateful but you are politely declining an offer.

When should I use thanks all the same?

Use it when someone offers help you don’t need or can’t accept, but you want to show appreciation.

How is thanks all the same different from just saying thanks?

Unlike plain thanks, it also signals that you are not taking the offered help.

What are some synonyms for thanks all the same?

Synonyms include "thanks anyway", "thank you anyway", "I appreciate it anyway", "thanks regardless", and "thank you regardless".

Is thanks all the same formal or informal?

It is neutral in register, suitable for most social situations.

Can thanks all the same be used in written communication?

Yes, it works in both spoken and written contexts as a polite way to decline.

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