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Congratulations + Noun

When congratulations is followed by a NOUN, then we always say congratulations ON.

Here are some examples:

• Congratulations on the promotion.

• Congratulations on your new home.

• Congratulations on your wedding.

• Congratulations on the birth of your baby.

• Congratulations on your success.

Congratulations + VERB

When congratulations is followed by a VERB in the -ING form, then we can say ON or FOR, but ON is much, much more common:

•  Congratulations on being elected class president.

•  Congratulations on graduating from college.

•  Congratulations on finding a job.

•  Congratulations on finishing the marathon.

•  Congratulations for winning the gymnastics competition.

•  Congratulations for getting the highest grade in the class.

“For” can only be used in cases where the person achieved something, not when something happened to them.

So we'd always say “congratulations ON winning the lottery” (since that was by luck and not skill or hard work) but we can say “congratulations FOR or ON winning the gymnastics competition” since that is an achievement.

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Again, at least in American English, “ON” is still much more common even when talking about achievements.

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What about “congratulations to”?

We occasionally use that if we want to specify the person/group receiving our congratulations:

For example, if the president of the company is making a speech to all employees and she wants to specify one group, she could say “Congratulations to the marketing team for finishing this project in record time.”

Or if my friend and his wife recently adopted a child, I could say “Congratulations to both of you on becoming parents!”

Congratulate + a person

When we use “congratulate,” the verb, then we NEVER use “to” after it:

•  He congratulated me on quitting smoking.

•  I'd like to congratulate her on her spectacular performance.

•  Before I forget, let me congratulate you on your Ph.D.

OK? I hope this helped show when we use each preposition, but if you're not sure, just use “on.” Congratulations on finishing this lesson!



In Portuguese, the most used word to congratulate someone is PARABÉNS! (CONGRATULATIONS!) This word can be used in any situation.

For example, if someone is celebrating a birthday, got a new job, or is going to have a baby, we can just say "Parabéns!" ("Congratulations!")

In addition to the word "Parabéns!", we usually add other sentences to indicate what you wish to that person in that special situation.

Here are some sentences you can use to congratulate someone who is celebrating a birthday.

- Meus parabéns! Tudo de bom! (Congratulations! I wish you all the best!)

- Parabéns! Muitas felicidades! Muitos anos de vida! (Congratulations! I wish you a lot of happiness and long life!)

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- Parabéns! Desejo muita paz e muita saúde! (Congratulations! I wish you a lot of peace and good health!)

- Meus parabéns! Que seu dia seja perfeito! (Congratulations! May your day be perfect!)

- Meus parabéns! Aproveite o seu dia! (Congratulations! Enjoy your day!)

Another very common sentence used to congratulate a person who is celebrating a birthday is FELIZ ANIVERSÁRIO! ( HAPPY BIRTHDAY!).

You can also add other sentences to indicate what you wish to that person for their birthday. Here are some examples:

- Feliz aniversário! Muitas felicidades! Muitos anos de vida! (Happy Birthday! I wish you a lot of happiness and long life!)

- Feliz aniversário! Tudo de bom! Que todos seus sonhos se realizem! (Happy Birthday! I wish you all the best! May all your dreams come true!)

- Feliz aniversário! Desejo que você seja muito feliz e tenha muita saúde! (Happy Birthday! I wish you a lot of happiness and good health!)

Different from English, in Portuguese, the word "aniversário" means both "birthday" and "anniversary," so we can say "Happy anniversary!" to congratulate someone on their birthday or wedding anniversary, but when we refer to a wedding anniversary, we are usually specific and say:

- Feliz aniversário de casamento! (Happy Wedding Anniversary!)

Now let's talk a little bit about how to congratulate a person in other situations, such as when someone gets a new job, passes a test, gets married, or buys a new house.

Let's look at some examples of sentences you can use in many different contexts:

- Parabéns! Você merece! (Congratulations! You deserve it!)

- Parabéns pela conquista! (Congratulations on the achievement!)

- Parabéns! Boa sorte nessa nova etapa! (Congratulations! Best of luck in this new phase!

- Tudo de bom pra você! (All the best to you!)

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- Parabéns! Desejo muito sucesso! (Congratulations! I wish you a lot of success!)

- Parabéns! Estou muito feliz por você! (Congratulations! I'm very happy for you!)

To be specific, you can also say "parabéns por (congratulations on)..." something. But pay attention to a grammar detail, if the next word is:

- A feminine noun, you should say "parabéns PELA (congratulations on)".

- A masculine noun, you should say "parabéns PELO (congratulations on)"

- A verb, you can say "parabéns POR (congratulations on)".

Some examples:

- Parabéns pelo casamento! (Congratulations on your wedding!)

- Parabéns pelo novo emprego! (Congratulations on your new job!)

- Parabéns pela casa nova! (Congratulations on the new house!)

- Parabéns pela iniciativa! (Congratulations on the initiative!)

- Parabéns por ter passado no teste! (Congratulations on passing the test!)

- Parabéns por ser um estudante dedicado! (Congratulations on being a dedicated student!)

That's it, guys! Now it's homework time! Write a sentence below congratulating a friend on their birthday or another situation that deserves to be celebrated.

Até a próxima!

Your teacher,

Virginia



It's kind

The primary reason to send career wishes is it's a nice thing to do. People like it when others recognize their accomplishments and take the time to send a message. In other cases, the person might be nervous about the new challenges ahead of them, and the warm wishes can help them feel better about their situation.

It can continue the relationship

Another benefit of sending a congratulatory message, especially to a colleague, is it can help you maintain the relationship after the person leaves. Staying connected with past colleagues is an important part of networking since you might work with this person again in the future. Sending a congratulatory message helps end your current working relationship wiht a positive tone.

It improves team camaraderie

When a person is leaving a team, getting together to wish them well in their career can improve the camaraderie of the remaining employees. It shows the team members care about one another, even if they're no longer part of the team. This can help the entire department feel appreciated, knowing that each person would likely receive the same treatment if they left.

28 ways to say "best wishes" for a new career

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Here are some ways to say best wishes for a new career to different people in your life:

Best wishes to a friend on a new career

When sending best wishes to a friend, you can keep the message informal and light. Examples include:

I am so proud of you for your new job! You worked hard to earn this new role, and you deserve it.

All your hard work has finally paid off. Congratulations on the new job! I'm sure your new coworkers are going to love you.

I was so happy to hear you received a promotion! Congrats!

Congratulations on your new job! It makes me happy to see you reaching the goals you set for yourself.

I am so excited for you! With this promotion, that means you can pay for our next dinner!

Well done on the new career. You're going to show them they made the right decision in hiring you!

We've known each other for so long, it's crazy to think about where we both started and where we are now. Congratulations on the new job, I can't wait to see what else you achieve!

Best wishes to a family member on a new career

You can write a more sentimental best wishes note to a family member. Examples include:

I'm so proud of you! This new job will likely bring new challenges, but I'm sure you're up to the task.

Congratulations on your new job! I always knew you were destined for great things.

Getting your first job is an exciting time. Make the most of it and do your best. Congratulations!

Congratulations, my love. It's inspiring to see all your hard work paying off. I'm excited to continue this journey with you.

Dear brother/sister, all the best for you in your new position! I always thought I was the smarter sibling, but clearly I was wrong!

Dear son/daughter, you continue to make us so proud. Your employer just made the best decision of their lives in hiring you. Congratulations and good luck!

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When you told me you were promoted, I was so happy for you. Now, I think I'm even happier for your employer, who gets to watch you work up close.

Best wishes to a colleague on a new career

When sending best wishes to a colleague, keep the message professional. You can also reference your time working together. Examples include:

All the best on your new adventure! We're going to miss you around here.

May your new job bring you plenty of happiness and fulfillment. Congratulations!

I'm going to miss seeing you at team meetings! Congratulations and good luck in your new position!

Best wishes on entering your new career field. I hope it's everything you want it to be.

Well done on the promotion! You were always the hardest working person in the office, so it's no surprise. Congratulations and good luck!

It's been a pleasure getting to know you professionally over the past few years. Good luck with your new job, and please stay in touch.

It's not going to be the same around the office without you, but I'm very happy to see you earned a promotion. Good luck!

Your new job sounds perfect for you, you're going to love it. If you're ever back in town, let's get lunch!

Best wishes to a manager on a new career

In most cases, write best wishes to a manager professionally. However, you can be more informal if you have a close relationship with them. Examples include:

I'**ve really enjoyed working for you. Good luck with your new organization, and congrats!

Thank you for your mentorship and advice over the years. It's been an invaluable resource that I'm going to miss. Enjoy your new job!

You're one of the best managers I've ever had. It's no wonder another company wanted you! Good luck, and you'll be missed!

Congratulations on your new role. Don't forget about us as you ascend the corporate ladder!

While we haven't worked together long, I feel I learned a lot from you in a short time. Best wishes for your new career, and I hope we work together again in the future.

Good luck with your new adventure! It's been a real pleasure working for you over the past few years.



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