der Gratulant
Translation
well-wisher, congratulator
Examples
Der erste Gratulant war der Bürgermeister.
The first well-wisher was the mayor.
Die Gratulanten überbrachten Geschenke.
The well-wishers brought gifts.
Grammar Patterns
to be a well-wisher ((to sb.)) ((for sth.)) He was a warm well-wisher for her success.
Similar Words
Glückwünscher (well-wisher)
Etymology
Derived from the verb 'gratulieren' (to congratulate), which comes from Latin 'gratulari'.
Memory Tips
A 'Gratulant' is a person who 'gratuliert' (congratulates). Think of 'congratulator'.