# congratulation

/kənˌɡɹætʃəˈɫeɪʃən/ (US) · /kənɡɹˈætʃʊlˈeɪʃən/ (UK) · CEFR B1 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/congratulation
Updated: 2026-05-30

## Definition

an expression of praise or good wishes for someone's success. You use this when you want to tell someone they did a great job.

For teachers: an expression of praise, approval, or good wishes for a person's success or good fortune. Often used in the plural form to refer to the act of offering such praise.

## Examples

- She sent a card of congratulation for his new job.
- The manager offered a warm congratulation to the team after they finished the project ahead of schedule.
- While a single congratulation might suffice for a minor achievement, a formal ceremony is often required to acknowledge a significant promotion within the corporation.

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