Thank Someone For a Compliment or Praise • Example Letters, Guides and Samples

Guides

Make your thank you note brief and sincere. What you say should be positive and truthful.

How to write this thank-you letter:

  1. Express your thanks for the person's thoughtfulness.
  2. Comment on the pleasure the compliment or praise gave you.
  3. If others were involved, explain that you will share the welcome comments with them.
  4. Close with a final expression of your appreciation.

Example Letter #1

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I was delighted to receive your note, and was especially pleased to read your kind words about our family. It made me happy to know you feel at home with us. We too enjoyed getting to know you better.

I have mentioned your letter to Jane and will read it to the family at dinner tonight. Please write when you can. You are always welcome to stay with us when your travels bring you this way.

Example Letter #2

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I wanted personally to let you know how gratifying it was to receive your kind note of support and encouragement. Coming as it did from someone all too familiar with just how taxing a campaign can be, it meant all the more to me.

I have taken the liberty of sharing your kind words with the other members of our fund-raising committee--the real movers and shakers in this enormous effort. Your words were visibly heartening to them. They, as much as I, deeply appreciate your endorsement and promise of future assistance.

Again, please accept my sincere thanks. I look forward to future collaboration.

Example Letter #3

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I sincerely appreciate your kind response regarding my efforts to improve our testing process. I have given the problem a lot of thought and hope that my comments will motivate management to take action. To make a difference I will need your continued support. Thank you again.

Example Letter #4

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Thank you very much for telling me how much you have enjoyed reading my column. I'm so pleased to know that it brightens your day. I'm flattered that you think it's worthy of syndication!

Thank again for your kind comments.

Write Your Letter Step-by-Step

1 Express your thanks for the person's thoughtfulness.

Sample Sentences for Step 1
  • It was thoughtful of you to write about the service you received at the Doe Inn.
  • Thank you for your kind words about Jane Doe, our sales manager in Springfield.
  • Your comments about my presentation really made my day. Thank you very much.
  • Thank you for your generous response to my speech at the Eastern States Conference last week.
  • I was surprised but very pleased that anyone would take the time to comment so positively on our performance last night.
  • Thank you for your kind words regarding my presentation last week. I hope the others benefited as well. Should the need arise, I would be happy to help out again.
  • Thank you for letting us know how much you enjoyed your stay at the Doe Bed and Breakfast. It was a pleasure for us to get acquainted with you. We hope to see you again the next time you pass through Springfield.
  • Thanks for taking the time to comment on my presentation. It's a pleasure to work with you.
  • How thoughtful of you to send me copies of those complimentary newspaper articles! I appreciate your taking so much interest in the company's success.
  • I am glad to hear that you found the training sessions helpful. It is always good to hear that we have made a difference.
Sample Phrases for Step 1
  • always so thoughtful
  • always happy to hear from
  • am glad you enjoyed
  • appreciate your kind words
  • for taking the time to
  • for taking such an interest in
  • for your support and encouragement
  • for your thoughtfulness
  • for letting us know about
  • have no idea how much your
  • hold your opinion in the highest regard
  • how much I appreciated
  • is always gratifying to
  • positive feedback is always
  • really made my day
  • remarks were very flattering
  • so thoughtful of you to
  • thank you for
  • thanks for the compliment
  • to take the time to
  • very thoughtful of you to
  • was so kind of you to
  • your good wishes
  • your vote of confidence
  • your comments about

2 Comment on the pleasure the compliment or praise gave you.

Sample Sentences for Step 2
  • We are always happy to hear that our staff is going the second mile and upholding the high ideals of Doe Associates.
  • I was concerned that I would be unable to reach my audience with this message, so your comments were especially welcome.
  • It means a lot to each of us when someone takes the time to recognize the work we do.
  • I have always respected your opinion, so your kind words were especially meaningful.
  • It's nice to know that our employees really do go out of their way to meet our patrons' needs.
  • We thoroughly enjoyed it and are happy to know that you felt the same.
  • In today's highly competitive market, we especially appreciate your compliments.
Sample Phrases for Step 2
  • acknowledgment means a great deal
  • brought me great pleasure
  • can imagine how pleased
  • coming from such a valued customer
  • could not help feeling
  • especially happy to know that
  • gave me an extra boost
  • greatly respect your
  • happy to hear from
  • have removed my qualms about
  • hold your opinion in the highest regard
  • is good to know that
  • made my day
  • make it possible for us to
  • makes me proud of
  • makes us particularly proud of
  • makes a real difference to
  • nice to hear it from
  • really appreciate your appraisal
  • was most welcome
  • was very pleased by
  • was a pleasure to
  • your stamp of approval

3 If others were involved, explain that you will share the welcome comments with them.

Sample Sentences for Step 3
  • I will share your letter with Ms. Doe, and it will become a part of her employment file.
  • I have taken the liberty of sharing your words of praise with all those who have taken part in this year's production.
  • I have passed a copy of your letter to Mr. Doe, my assistant who helped with the graphics.
  • The staff members you referred to will receive a copy of your letter. Thank you.
  • Your review delighted all the performers who worked so hard to put the show together.
  • I will convey your compliment to the entire committee. I am sure they will be delighted to hear what you have to say. We all hope to continue this service for a long time.
  • The presentation was truly a group effort involving dozens of students. They will be delighted to hear that you enjoyed the performance.
Sample Phrases for Step 3
  • all those who were involved
  • appropriate people will be notified
  • could never have done it by myself
  • could not have succeeded without
  • could not have done it without
  • everyone was delighted to hear
  • have taken it upon myself to
  • have taken the liberty of
  • have shared your letter with
  • have passed a copy of your letter to
  • required the efforts of many
  • the staff members you referred to
  • the other members of the
  • to all those who
  • were major contributors to
  • will convey your kind words to
  • will convey your praise to
  • will receive a copy of
  • will share your complimentary words with
  • will become a part of her employment file
  • will let everyone know

4 Close with a final expression of your appreciation.

Sample Sentences for Step 4
  • Thanks again for your thoughtfulness.
  • I appreciate your taking the time to write.
  • Thank you for your note, and best wishes.
  • Thanks once more for your vote of confidence.
  • Thank you for your kind comments.
  • Thank again for your kind letter.
  • You are a real gem, Suzanne. Thanks for being such a thoughtful and considerate friend.
Sample Phrases for Step 4
  • appreciate the positive feedback
  • appreciate your thoughtfulness
  • best wishes for
  • for letting me know
  • for your kindness and thoughtfulness
  • for taking the time to
  • friends such as you
  • how much your friendship means to
  • know how valuable your
  • let you know how much
  • sincerely appreciate your
  • thanks again for
  • this milestone in my
  • thoughtful and considerate
  • thoughtful and observant
  • want you to know that
  • your vote of confidence
  • your kind remarks
  • your taking the time to
  • your kind comments