CONGRATULATION


Meaning of CONGRATULATION in English

noun

1

BAD : Congratulations! You must be feeling very proud.

GOOD : Congratulations! You must be feeling very proud.

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Congratulations is a plural noun: 'Many congratulations to you both. I'm sure you'll be very happy together.' 'Give them our congratulations and say that we'll be getting in touch soon.'

2

BAD : Congratulations for your splendid examination results!

GOOD : Congratulations on your splendid examination results!

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congratulations on ( doing ) sth (NOT for ): 'Congratulations on your promotion. You certainly deserve it.'

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