How to say "Thanks" in Japanese

When translating "thanks" into Japanese, you must choose carefully between おかげ and おかげで. In Japanese, おかげ (おかげ (okage)) is typically associated with "thanks to, owing to" (Syllabus Level: N3) and represents Expresses gratitude or credits someone/something for a positive outcome. Can also be used ironically for a negative outcome. On the other hand, おかげで (おかげで (okagede)) maps to "thanks to; because of (a positive result)" (Syllabus Level: N3) and represents Used to express gratitude or acknowledge a positive outcome that resulted from someone's help or a specific situation. It generally has a positive connotation.. A literal translation of "thanks" can often sound unnatural to native Japanese speakers if mixed up!