Meaning & Definition of Congratulate in English

Detailed Definitions

• Definition: To express pleasure to someone for their achievement or good fortune.

  Example Sentence: I congratulated her on her recent promotion.

• Definition: To give someone praise for their success or happiness.

  Example Sentence: We congratulated him after he won the competition.

Etymology

Origin: From Latin 'congratulari', meaning 'to wish joy to'.

Synonyms

Common Phrases and Expressions

• Congratulations are in order: A phrase used to suggest that someone deserves to be congratulated.
• Hats off to you: An expression of admiration or respect for someone's achievements.
• Tip of the hat: A sign of respect or acknowledgment, traditionally expressed by tipping one's hat.

Translations

• Spanish: felicitar

• French: féliciter

• German: gratulieren

• Russian: поздравлять

Related Words

• commend: To praise formally or officially.

• celebrate: To observe a day or event with ceremonies or festivities.

• applaud: To express approval or praise by clapping.

Slang Meanings of congratulate

• Meaning: Props to you

  Example Sentence: Props to you for finishing that project ahead of time!

• Meaning: Big ups

  Example Sentence: Big ups to her for landing that role in the movie!