{"id":4994,"date":"2022-06-17T23:00:23","date_gmt":"2022-06-17T23:00:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/english-grammar-lessons.com\/?p=4994"},"modified":"2022-06-17T23:00:23","modified_gmt":"2022-06-17T23:00:23","slug":"ty-meaning","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/english-grammar-lessons.com\/ty-meaning\/","title":{"rendered":"TY \u2013 Meaning, Origin and Usage"},"content":{"rendered":"

Are you grateful for something someone has done for you? Maybe you asked a question and are at a loss as to what to say next? Are you short on time or simply in a rush but want to avoid rudeness? If so, then you can type out \u201cty\u201d to get your message across. This post unpacks the meaning and origin of this expression.<\/p>\n

Meaning<\/h2>\n

The shorthand \u201cTY\u201d means \u201cthank you\u201d. When someone receives a service or information, it is polite to say thank you to the giver. Thank you is considered a form of basic manners and most people are taught the proper usage at a young age. Thank you has always been used as a way for the recipient to show gratefulness or acknowledge the efforts of another person.<\/strong><\/p>\n

TY or thank you is also a polite expression that can be used to voice disinterest. A person may say, no to an offer, but thank a person for making the offer. TY can also be used to address a large audience as opposed to only a single person.<\/p>\n

A lesser known meaning of the phrase TY, is when referring to a specific type of man. A \u201cTy\u201d is typically considered a \u201cgood guy\u201d or a person who is very charismatic. This usage is mainly limited to people under the age of 25 within the high school or college culture.<\/p>\n

More information can be found in the video (here<\/a>).<\/p>\n

Example Usage<\/h2>\n

\u201cHi! I got the gift you sent over yesterday, ty!\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cTy for cleaning up the mess.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cDid you answer the door? Ty!\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cTy, I will try to get it back to you quickly.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cTy for lending me your pen.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cI\u2019ll have to pass, but ty for asking.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cTy for the offer, but I don\u2019t like cheese.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cThis is a really nice location, ty for bringing me.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cTy for picking up the check.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cTy, I\u2019ll ttyl.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cHe is such a Ty, I think I\u2019m in love.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cI really want a Ty, not a bad boy.\u201d<\/p>\n

Origin<\/h2>\n

Did you know that there is a national month celebrating thank you? January is the national month for \u201cthank you\u201d and all of its derivatives, including \u201cty\u201d. The word thanks entered the English language before the 12th century, however, at the outset, it did not equate to gratitude.<\/p>\n

Thank was created from the word Tongere<\/em>, which is Latin. Tongere means to think, and when used properly the translation means that a person will consider or think about what someone has done.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Other languages have also created the phrase thank you from the Latin language. Spanish, French, Japanese, and many other languages also derived the term from Latin. The shorthand phrase, \u201cTY\u201d, has been around for quite a while, though nowhere near as long as the original.<\/p>\n

There was some usage of TY in early written communication, however, is it widely accepted that shorthand mainly grew with the advent of online and mobile messaging. The first text message was sent in 1992, though online messages originated in the \u201970s.<\/p>\n

Phrases Similar to TY<\/h2>\n
    \n
  • I appreciate it.<\/li>\n
  • Much appreciated.<\/li>\n
  • Much obliged.<\/li>\n
  • Nice one.<\/li>\n
  • Bless you.<\/li>\n
  • Many thanks,<\/li>\n
  • TYK \u2013 thank you kindly.<\/li>\n
  • I owe you one.<\/li>\n
  • I can\u2019t thank you enough.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Phrases Opposite to TY<\/h2>\n
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    • Like I care.<\/li>\n
    • It doesn\u2019t matter.<\/li>\n
    • Get bent.<\/li>\n
    • Whatever<\/li>\n
    • IDC<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      What is the correct saying?<\/h2>\n
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      • TY or Thank you.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        Ways People May Incorrectly Say TY<\/h2>\n

        Some people may write tty instead of thank you. Tty means talk to you and is a common mistake when attempting to say thank you. There is no wrong way to use TY, however, there are situations where it is not appropriate. TY should never be used in a formal situation, or with strangers. It is a very casual way of speaking and should be reserved for close friends or associates.<\/p>\n

        Acceptable Ways to Phrase TY<\/h2>\n
          \n
        • Ty for your help.<\/li>\n
        • Ty for coming over.<\/li>\n
        • You are awesome, TY!<\/li>\n
        • I got the email, ty.<\/li>\n
        • Ty, I\u2019ll be sure to take a look.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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