<p data-start="3981" data-end="4328">In formal settings, simply saying <strong data-start="4015" data-end="4026">&ldquo;Danke&rdquo; might not be sufficient. Instead, Germans use phrases like <strong data-start="4086" data-end="4107">&ldquo;Ich danke Ihnen&rdquo; (I thank you, formal) or <strong data-start="4133" data-end="4173">&ldquo;Vielen Dank f&uuml;r Ihre Unterst&uuml;tzung&rdquo; (many thanks for your support) in professional conversations, emails, and business meetings. These phrases help maintain politeness and professionalism.

<p data-start="4330" data-end="4741">If you want to be extra respectful, <strong data-start="4366" data-end="4387">&ldquo;Herzlichen Dank&rdquo; (heartfelt thanks) adds a warm and appreciative tone. For academic or corporate settings, <strong data-start="4478" data-end="4510">&ldquo;Ich bin Ihnen sehr dankbar&rdquo; (I am very grateful to you) is another excellent choice. Whether in writing or speech, knowing how to use formal expressions of <strong data-start="4639" data-end="4662">thank you in German can help you leave a positive impression in professional and social circles.