CONTRACTION is a shortened word, e.g. cannot= can't. It can also mean a spasmodic movement, such as a involuntary closing of the hand.Within the usage of the English language, "contraction" is taken...
It is spelled arigatou (ありがとう) and means thanks. Other ways to say thanks, thank you, etc.arigatou (ありがとう) [most common]doumo (どうも) [most common]doumo arigatou...