English phrase from drama scenes

Ways to Say "wanted to thank" in English

Learn useful ways to say "wanted to thank" in English with drama examples and natural alternatives.

Intermediate
Polite
Soft
Express Gratitude

I wanted to thank you for

It is a polite way to thank someone for defending or supporting you publicly.

From Blood Contract, Episode 31

When do people say this?

Scene Context

Someone thanks another person for supporting them at dinner earlier.

Usage Scenario

Use this after someone backs you up in an argument or social situation. The full sentence is natural, but a bit long for a reusable phrase page.

Better ways to say it

1
Thank you for standing up for me.
2
I wanted to thank you for standing up for me.
3
Thanks for defending me.

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