congratulations
Translation
congratulations
Examples
Congratulations on your new job!
Congratulations on your new job!
She offered her congratulations to the winner.
She offered her congratulations to the winner.
Grammar Patterns
congratulations ((on sth.)) an expression of praise for an achievement Congratulations on your graduation!
Similar Words
Synonyms: best wishes, compliments
Etymology
From Latin 'con-' (together) + 'gratulari' (to wish joy).
Memory Tips
Think of it as 'gathering' ('con-') your 'gratitude' or good wishes for someone. It's almost always used in the plural form.