English · Greetings & Phrases
congratulations
/kənˌɡrætʃəˈleɪʃənz/
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praise for success
Intermediateinterjection
Definition
An expression of praise or good wishes for someone's achievement or good fortune.
Example
Congratulations on your graduation; all of your hard work has truly paid off.
Congratulations on your graduation; all of your hard work has truly paid off.
Etymology
From Latin "congratulari," to wish joy, from "gratus," pleasing.
How & Where It’s Used
Used for achievements such as weddings, graduations, promotions, and new arrivals.