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How to Use 'Thanks and Regards' in Emails

Writing a professional email is a vital communication skill. The way you end your email (the sign-off) leaves a lasting impression. 'Thanks and Regards' is one of the most common and safest ways to close a professional email.

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Should I capitalize the 'r' in 'Thanks and regards'?

Answer

No. Only the very first letter of a sign-off should be capitalized. It is correct to write 'Thanks and regards,' or 'Best regards,', not 'Best Regards,'.

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Key Facts

Never write 'Thanking You' at the end of a modern email. It is considered old-fashioned and grammatically awkward. Simply use 'Thank you' or 'Thanks and regards'.

What does it mean?

  • Thanks: Expresses gratitude for the recipient's time or help.
  • Regards: Means 'best wishes' or 'respect'. It is a formal way to say goodbye.

Combined, it strikes a perfect balance between being polite (thankful) and professional (respectful).

How to format it correctly

Always place your sign-off at the bottom left of your email, followed by a comma, and your name on the next line.

Example: Thanks and regards, Rahul Sharma Marketing Manager

Alternatives to 'Thanks and Regards'

Depending on how well you know the person, you can use these alternatives:

  1. Best regards: The most universally safe and professional sign-off. Use it with clients or colleagues.
  2. Kind regards: Slightly warmer and more friendly than 'Best regards'.
  3. Sincerely: Very formal. Best used in cover letters or official government/legal correspondence.
  4. Cheers: Very casual. Only use it with close colleagues or friends.

Questions and Answers

Should I capitalize the 'r' in 'Thanks and regards'?+

No. Only the very first letter of a sign-off should be capitalized. It is correct to write 'Thanks and regards,' or 'Best regards,', not 'Best Regards,'.

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