100+ Thankful Quotes to Express Your Gratitude

Discover over 100 thankful quotes to help you express your gratitude. Find the perfect words for friends, family, and every occasion.

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CapCut
Oct 20, 2025
10 min(s)

It's easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle of everyday life, but taking a moment to express gratitude can make a world of difference. Whether you're thanking a friend for their support, showing appreciation for your family, or simply acknowledging the good things in your life, the right words can have a powerful impact. This article is your ultimate resource for finding the perfect thankful quote for any occasion.

Table of content
  1. Short and Sweet Thankful Quotes
  2. Heartfelt Quotes for Friends and Family
  3. Inspirational Quotes on Gratitude and Life
  4. Funny Thankful Quotes to Share a Laugh
  5. Bring Your Gratitude to Life with CapCut
  6. Conclusion
  7. FAQs
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Short and Sweet Thankful Quotes

Sometimes, a few simple words are all you need to convey your gratitude. These short and sweet quotes are perfect for a quick text, a social media caption, or a small note.

  • "So much to be thankful for."
  • "Grateful for small things, big things, and everything in between."
  • "Thank you for being you."
  • "My heart is full of gratitude."
  • "Feeling blessed and thankful."
  • "Gratitude is the best attitude."
  • "Thankful for the simple joys."
  • "Choose gratitude."
  • "So very thankful."
  • "Thank you for the memories."
  • "Every day is a gift. That's why they call it the present."
  • "Thank you for your kindness."
  • "Overflowing with gratitude."
  • "Thankful for it all."
  • "Just a moment of gratitude."
  • "Thankful for this beautiful life."
  • "Gratitude changes everything."
  • "A grateful heart is a happy heart."
  • "Thank you for making me smile."
  • "So much to be grateful for."
  • "Thankful today and every day."
  • "My heart is smiling."
  • "Feeling thankful and blessed."
  • "Gratitude is my superpower."
  • "Thank you for being a part of my journey."
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Heartfelt Quotes for Friends and Family

Our friends and family are often our biggest supporters. These heartfelt quotes will help you express your deep appreciation for the special people in your life.

  • "I'm so grateful for your friendship. It's a gift I'll always cherish."
  • "Family: where life begins and love never ends. So thankful for mine."
  • "Thank you for being my rock, my confidant, and my biggest fan."
  • "Friends are the family we choose. I'm so glad I chose you."
  • "In the cookie of life, friends are the chocolate chips."
  • "Thank you for all the laughter, the support, and the endless love."
  • "Having a place to go is a home. Having someone to love is a family. Having both is a blessing."
  • "A true friend is the greatest of all blessings."
  • "Thank you for always being there, no matter what."
  • "My life is so much richer with you in it."
  • "You're not just my family, you're my everything."
  • "Thank you for making ordinary moments extraordinary."
  • "I'm so lucky to have a friend like you."
  • "Family is not an important thing. It's everything."
  • "Thank you for being the reason I smile."
  • "Your friendship is a treasure I'll always keep."
  • "Thank you for the endless support and encouragement."
  • "I'm so grateful for our bond. It's unbreakable."
  • "Thank you for being my chosen family."
  • "I appreciate you more than words can say."
  • "You make my world a better place just by being in it."
  • "Thank you for the unconditional love."
  • "I'm a better person because of you. Thank you."
  • "So grateful for the moments we've shared and the memories we've made."
  • "Thank you for being my constant."
  • "You're a true gift in my life."
  • "I'm so thankful to have you by my side."
  • "Thank you for your unwavering support."
  • "You are appreciated more than you know."
  • "My heart is full of gratitude for you."
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Inspirational Quotes on Gratitude and Life

Gratitude can shift your perspective and bring more positivity into your life. These inspirational quotes will remind you to appreciate the journey and find joy in the everyday.

  • "Gratitude turns what we have into enough."
  • "The more grateful I am, the more beauty I see."
  • "When we focus on our gratitude, the tide of disappointment goes out and the tide of love rushes in."
  • "Gratitude is the healthiest of all human emotions. The more you express gratitude for what you have, the more likely you will have even more to express gratitude for."
  • "Develop an attitude of gratitude, and give thanks for everything that happens to you, knowing that every step forward is a step toward achieving something bigger and better than your current situation."
  • "Gratitude makes sense of our past, brings peace for today, and creates a vision for tomorrow."
  • "The struggle ends when gratitude begins."
  • "Gratitude is a powerful catalyst for happiness. It’s the spark that lights a fire of joy in your soul."
  • "Acknowledging the good that you already have in your life is the foundation for all abundance."
  • "Be thankful for what you have; you'll end up having more. If you concentrate on what you don't have, you will never, ever have enough."
  • "Gratitude is not only the greatest of virtues but the parent of all others."
  • "The real gift of gratitude is that the more grateful you are, the more present you become."
  • "Let us be grateful to the people who make us happy; they are the charming gardeners who make our souls blossom."
  • "Gratitude unlocks the fullness of life. It turns what we have into enough, and more."
  • "When you arise in the morning, give thanks for the light, for your life, for your strength."
  • "The root of joy is gratefulness."
  • "Gratitude is the fairest blossom which springs from the soul."
  • "Wear gratitude like a cloak, and it will feed every corner of your life."
  • "When I started counting my blessings, my whole life turned around."
  • "Gratitude is the memory of the heart."
  • "A moment of gratitude makes a difference in your attitude."
  • "Gratitude is an opener of locked-up blessings."
  • "He is a wise man who does not grieve for the things which he has not, but rejoices for those which he has."
  • "The more you are in a state of gratitude, the more you will attract things to be grateful for."
  • "There is always, always, always something to be thankful for."
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Funny Thankful Quotes to Share a Laugh

Gratitude doesn't always have to be serious. These funny quotes are a lighthearted way to show your appreciation and share a smile.

  • "I'm thankful for the snooze button."
  • "I'm thankful for my bed, my couch, and my fridge."
  • "I'm thankful for coffee, because without it, I'd be a lot less 'people-y'."
  • "I'm thankful for the person who invented sweatpants."
  • "I'm thankful for my wifi, which is stronger than some of my relationships."
  • "I'm thankful for my ability to find the 'fun' in 'dysfunctional'."
  • "I'm thankful for my cat, who reminds me that I'm not the only one who's a little bit crazy."
  • "I'm thankful for takeout, because it's the only thing that's ever delivered on its promises."
  • "I'm thankful for my sense of humor, because it's the only thing that's kept me from going completely insane."
  • "I'm thankful for my car, which has taken me to some of the best and worst decisions of my life."
  • "I'm thankful for my phone, which allows me to ignore people in a socially acceptable way."
  • "I'm thankful for my friends, who are just as weird as I am."
  • "I'm thankful for my family, who still talks to me even though they know all my secrets."
  • "I'm thankful for my job, which gives me something to complain about."
  • "I'm thankful for my alarm clock, which reminds me that I have another day to be awesome."
  • "I'm thankful for my GPS, which has saved me from getting lost in more ways than one."
  • "I'm thankful for my dishwasher, which has saved me from a life of prune hands."
  • "I'm thankful for my glasses, which help me see the world in a slightly less blurry way."
  • "I'm thankful for my ability to procrastinate, because it gives me something to do tomorrow."
  • "I'm thankful for my bed, which is always there for me, no matter what."
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Bring Your Gratitude to Life with CapCut

Finding the perfect quote is just the first step. To truly make your message of gratitude stand out, why not turn it into a beautiful video or image? With a user-friendly tool like CapCut, you can easily create a heartfelt video montage for a loved one, a stunning social media post, or a personalized digital card. Imagine layering your favorite quote over a cherished photo or a scenic video clip, adding some music, and creating a truly memorable expression of thanks.

Here's how you can add text to your video using CapCut's online video editor:

Step 1: Upload your video

Sign in to CapCut and upload the video you want to use. You can upload from your computer, Google Drive, Dropbox, or even scan a QR code from your phone.

How to upload a video to CapCut's online video editor.

Step 2: Add your thankful quote

Once your video is uploaded, go to the toolbar on the left and select "Text." You can then add a text box to your video and type or paste in your chosen quote.

Adding a thankful quote as text to a video in CapCut.

Step 3: Export and share

After you've added your text and are happy with your video, click "Export." You can choose the resolution and format, and then download your creation or share it directly to your social media channels.

Exporting and sharing the final video from CapCut.

Conclusion

Expressing gratitude is a simple yet profound act that can enrich your life and the lives of those around you. We hope this collection of thankful quotes has inspired you to share your appreciation more often. Whether you choose a short and sweet message, a heartfelt note, or a funny quip, the most important thing is to speak from the heart. And with a tool like CapCut, you can take your expressions of gratitude to the next level, creating beautiful and memorable tributes to the people and things you're most thankful for.

FAQs

How can I express my gratitude in a unique way?

Beyond a simple thank you, you can write a heartfelt letter, create a personalized gift, or make a short video expressing your appreciation. Using a tool like CapCut can help you create a unique and memorable video message.

What are some good "thank you quotes" for a card?

For a card, you can use quotes like, "Thank you for being the reason I smile," or "I'm so grateful for your friendship. It's a gift I'll always cherish." Choose a quote that best reflects your feelings and the relationship you have with the person.

How can I practice daily gratitude?

Start a gratitude journal and write down three things you're thankful for each day. You can also make it a habit to thank people throughout the day, whether it's the barista who makes your coffee or a colleague who helps you with a task.

What's the difference between being thankful and being grateful?

While often used interchangeably, "thankful" is often a feeling in response to a specific act of kindness, while "grateful" is a deeper, more enduring state of appreciation for all the good in your life. You can be thankful for a gift, but grateful for the person who gave it to you.

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