Congratulations!
Joyful times go hand in hand with congratulations. When addressing graduates, newlyweds, or anyone with good news, a hearty “Congratulations!” is in order.Congratulants, "people who congratulate," have been using the pluralized expression congratulations, which stems from the Latin gratus meaning “pleasing,” since the 17th century.
The singular noun meaning “the act of congratulating” has been around since the late 16th century.
GG (Good Game)
Additionally, it's used to politely concede a match or admit defeat, most commonly in the realm of professional StarCraft. It's all about the humble loss.
Props!
When congratulations are in order, the term props might come up. This slang shortening of proper arose in the 1990s and refers to respect and esteem.
In addition to giving and receiving props as recognition, you can do someone a prop to help them out. In the 1995 film Clueless, Cher notices that Josh is dancing with Tai, despite the fact that he never dances, to make her feel included. Cher explains: “He’s doing her a prop so she won’t feel left out.”
Three cheers!
Three cheers is generally followed by “for” and the name of the person or thing being celebrated.
A person being cheersed might also respond to a toast of three cheers with the word ... cheers, which, especially in the UK, can mean “thanks.” That's a lot of cheers.
The term cheer entered English in the late 12th or early 13th century, and ultimately comes from the Greek word kár? meaning “head.”
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Hip, hip, hurrah!
For some Victorian flair, opt for the ever-cheery hip, hip, hooray (or hurrah). This expression of uncertain origin surfaced in the early 1800s, though the exclamation hip had been used since the mid-1700s. Hip repeated three times was used as a noun in the 1800s to refer to a collective cheer.
But, let’s not forget about hooray, a variant of hurrah. This exclamation dates from the late 1600s and is very similar to shouts in German, Danish, Swedish, and even Russian. Someone's last hurrah is their "final moment or occasion of glory or achievement."
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Think of it as memorializing their accomplishment alongside all your favorite animated gifs on Tumblr.
Kudos!
Though it sounds colloquial, kudos finds its roots in the hallowed halls of academic institutions. At the turn of the 19th century, academics transliterated the Greek kydos, meaning “praise or renown.” By the 1920s, kudos had spread beyond the walls of universities and into the columns of newspapers.
Don’t be fooled by the S at the end of kudos; the word is, in fact, a singular noun. However, enough English speakers have erroneously interpreted it as plural for so long that already by the 1930s, the back formation singular kudo arose. Grammar sticklers avoid using kudo as a singular and kudos as a plural, though both forms can be found in popular usage.
screenshot on Snapchat
Normally, a screenshot on Snapchat might be alarming. It's a feature that lets friends save your ghostly messages before they disappear. This is typically used to preserve someone's embarrassing (or revealing) snaps.
However, screenshots can also serve as cute reminders. Next time your friend announces their accomplishment with a celebratory Snapchat story, don't let the moment fade away! Congratulate them by preserving the memory forever and sharing it with them to remind them of the moment.
Hats off!
The phrase hats off, while often said to graduates wearing the illustrious cap and gown, has nothing to do with the tradition of tossing hats in the air in celebration. This phrase, dating back to the 1600s, harks back to the custom of uncovering the head as a sign of respect.
Etiquette expert Emily Post advised gentlemen on the many situations in which they must remove hats to maintain politeness. In 1922 she wrote: “A gentleman takes off his hat and holds it in his hand when a lady enters the elevator.” He also lifts his hat whenever he asks a question or says “Excuse me.” You know, maybe we could all stand a little formality these days ...
The business-networking platform will send you a notification whenever your connections have accepted a new position or promotion. It's a great way to extend your best wishes to a professional contact, especially if you're looking to build a rapport with them.
Mazel tov!
This expression of congratulations and best wishes comes from the Hebrew term literally meaning “good luck.” Though many reserve the English good luck for before a big event, you can cheer mazel tov to wish someone good fortune or to say congratulations.
Mazel tov appeared in the 1600s spelled as missal tob but was rendered in English as mazel tov by the 1900s. Whatever transliteration you prefer, the term has been lovingly said ever since.
Gold on Reddit
Reddit Gold is a prestigious decoration that can be bestowed upon a post on the site. It's like having a shiny gold star attached to your profile, and it opens up special features on Reddit, too, such as premium, ad-free features.
When a user shares a particularly touching or inspirational story, the community offers congratulations by giving them Reddit Gold.
Felicitations!
If you want to stand out from the crowd of people offering their congratulations, try roaring felicitations This less common expression of congratulations ultimately comes from the Latin felix, "happy." English speakers have been using the singular form of this term (meaning "an act of congratulation") since the early 1700s.
So, if you want to be original (or sound old-fashioned) in wishing your congratulations, reach for a felicitous felicitations!
Keep going!
What's more powerful than simply saying congratulations? Encouraging someone to keep pushing ahead and to accomplish more. You're not only celebrating the accomplishment at hand, but also showing enthusiasm for their future. Keep going!
Here is a list of 75 congratulations on your new job messages and quotes to let them know how proud you are of their accomplishment.
#1 It takes courage to change your career, but you saw the opportunity and had the strength to do it. Wishing you the best of luck in the new role, and I’m confident that you’ll become the star of your new company!
#2 You’re going places. While this new job might come with challenges, I know you’ll tackle them head-on. You’re determined and fierce and will do amazing work. I’m looking forward to hearing about your new projects and duties. You’ve got this!
#3 Success does not come easy, but through hard work and determination, you’ve succeeded in landing an amazing new job. Congratulations on the accomplishment and know that I’ll never stop rooting for you. I believe in you!
#4 You did it. The competition out there is fierce, but you landed the job! You’ve worked hard and I hope you are proud of what you have done. I am sure proud. You’ve definitely got this. My sincerest congrats. Now take some time to celebrate.
#5 Congratulations. I love you so much and am so proud of how far you come. May this new job provide you with some wonderful memories and opportunities. Let’s get together on your vacation days!
#6 Congratulations on the new beginning with your new job. I hope you are charged up and feeling good about landing the position. It’s going to make you even more marketable. Way to go!
#7 You’ve networked, prepared, interviewed, and now you’ve got a new job. Congratulations on persevering through this long road. You will be great!
#8 I am so excited about your new gig! Let’s hope there really is work-life balance and they didn’t lie to you in the interviews. Keep your network active just in case. Call me and let me know how it is going after you get your sea legs under you. Congrats!
#9 A new job will bring new challenges, but also new friends, new passions, and new projects to tackle. I’m so excited to see you thrive. Congrats, and keep pushing upward and onward!
#10 You’re a rockstar! Welcome to the world of the gainfully employed. You’re going to go so far. I know that even when things seem impossible, you’ll rise to the challenge. You’ve got this!
#11 Though the winds of change can bring uncertainty, the change brought by your new job is an incredible opportunity for your continued professional growth and success. You are perfect for the role and you are going to do so well. Congratulations.
#12 You are fearless for stepping out of your comfort zone to take this new role. Congratulations on seizing control of your career, having the foresight to see your vast opportunities, and expanding your knowledge base. You’ll do great like you always do.
#13 Resume tweaking, hard skills, soft skills, applications, interviews, and now it’s paid off. Congratulations on the new job. Remember to keep growing your network since jobs usually last less than 5 years. Work hard and be focused, learn all you can, accept challenges, have a great attitude, but keep your ear to the ground for the next job. You’re going to rock!
#14 It takes time, hard work, and dedication to be successful, and to land your new job. You have all three. Know that I always have your back and am proud of the successful person you’ve become!
#15 It’s been a long road to where you are today, but you’ve done it. I knew you could. I am so thrilled for your new job. I hope you love what you do, there are lots of long-term opportunities, and you have good bosses. I believe in you!
#16 Your new job is no surprise. I’ve watched you really grow over the years and you’ve worked harder than anyone. Remember me when you’re famous!
#17 Way to own your own career by switching jobs. You’re going to develop new skills and relationships and soar high and far. I know you’re going to be fantastic!
#18 Wow! You’re making big strides. For someone as talented as you, that’s no surprise. Being the new person is always a little scary, but please know I'm here and have got your back. You’ll be great!
#19 Good luck finding coworkers as awesome as we are. We’re going to miss you but are so happy for your continued success. Congratulations!
#20 New job? No problem. You’ve gracefully transitioned into so many new positions, and I’m so excited to see what you’ll do!
#21 This new job once again proves that the sky is the limit for you. I can’t wait to see the places you will go. You were made for this. I’m so proud of you!
#22 It’s not every day that you land your dream job, but you’ve been fortunate enough to do so! Congratulations on the accomplishment and wishing you the best of luck going forward.
#23 I’m so proud of you. Welcome to the working world. It’ll be hard sometimes, but you can handle it! Let me know if you need help. I love you always.
#24 A new job deserves a big celebration, and I want to congratulate you on the great achievement. Wishing you the best of luck in your new role. I believe in you!
#25 Congratulations on your new job. You’ve grown so much, and you’ve worked so hard over the years. You deserve it and I’m rooting for you!
#26 May your new job be interesting, new coworkers be great, new workplace be comfortable, and new duties excite you. Congratulations and wishing you the best!
#27 This is another step on the road to achieving your dreams. I’m so proud of you and I know you’re going to do wonderfully!
#28 Wow! Your new job sounds fantastic. You’ve earned it and it’s great to see that your effort has finally paid off. Now show them how it’s done. You’ve got this!
#29 Congratulations on your new position. Over the years, I’ve seen you work so hard, dream big, and put in so much dedication and time. You deserve this, but I’ll miss you.
#30 Congratulations on scoring a new job. Well done out there and remember that this is only the next step towards bigger and better things. Go conquer the world!
#31 I’m so excited to see you moving up. You’re going to do great. I love you, and good luck (not that you’ll need it)!
#32 Congratulations on landing your dream job. Know that I am extremely proud of you and wish you the best of luck in your future endeavors. Now go out and knock ‘em dead, tiger!
#33 You’re moving up! You’ve faced so many challenges on your professional journey and handled them so well. You’re going to do great, no matter what happens. I’m so happy for you!
#34 The people at your job have no idea how lucky they are. Show them your worth! (Hint: you’re priceless.)
#35 A job change is a pretty big deal, so I wanted to congratulate you on the great new opportunity. Wishing you the best of luck, and I know you’ll do great!
#36 Congrats on the new job. This is the next step to bigger and better things, and just know that we are very proud of you. We believe in you and are already so proud!
#37 With a new job comes new responsibilities, and it takes a special kind of person to take that leap. Know that I am proud of you and rooting for you!
#38 Congratulations on the new job. You’ve worked so hard up until now, and I know that nobody deserves this more than you. Keep up the good work!
#39 Congratulations on landing your new job. Remember that a new job is a new blessing, and I’m confident you’ll pour yourself into it to make the most of your new role. I believe in you!
#40 Words can’t express how proud I am of you for landing your dream job. Keep up the hard work and I know you will be successful going forward. Show them what you’re made of!
The Most Famous Quotes to Include with Your New Job Message
“What would you do if you weren’t afraid?”
Sheryl Sandberg
“To find joy in work is to discover the fountain of youth.”
Pearl S. Buck
“If we all did the things we are capable of, we would literally astound ourselves.”
Thomas Edison
“You don’t have to be great to start, but you have to start to be great.”
Zig Ziglar
“Only put off until tomorrow what you are willing to die having left undone.”
Pablo Picasso
“There is no passion to be found in playing small — in settling for a life that is less than you are capable of living.”
Nelson Mandela
“Don’t watch the clock; do what it does. Keep going.”
Sam Levenson
“Some people dream of success while others wake up and work.”
Winston Churchill
“Go as far as you can see; when you get there, you’ll be able to see further.”
Thomas Carlyle
“Life shrinks or expands in proportion to one’s courage.”
Anais Nin
“Don't be afraid to give your best to what seemingly are small jobs. Every time you conquer one it makes you that much stronger. If you do the little jobs well, the big ones will tend to take care of themselves.”
William Patten
“The more you do stuff, the better you get at dealing with how you still fail at it a lot of the time.”
John Mulaney
“The difference between ordinary and extraordinary is that little extra.”
Jimmy Johnson
“Don't let the fear of striking out hold you back.”
Babe Ruth
“I find that the harder I work, the more luck I seem to have.”
Thomas Jefferson
“When you feel that you have reached the end and that you cannot go one step further, when life seems to be drained of all purpose: What a wonderful opportunity to start all over again, to turn over a new page.”
Eileen Caddy
“We need to accept that we won’t always make the right decisions, that we’ll screw up royally sometimes – understanding that failure is not the opposite of success, it’s part of success.”
Arianna Huffington
“You must always overcome your comfort zone.”
Sunday Adelaja
“It's not what you achieve, it's what you overcome. That's what defines your career.”
Carlton Fisk
“Focused, hard work is the real key to success. Keep your eyes on the goal, and just keep taking the next step towards completing it. If you aren’t sure which way to do something, do it both ways and see which works better.”
John Carmack
“The best way to predict the future is to create it.”
Abraham Lincoln
“You were designed for accomplishment, engineered for success, and endowed with the seeds of greatness.”
Zig Ziglar
“I can not do everything, but I can do something. I must not fail to do the something that I can do.”
Helen Keller
“Do not wait until the conditions are perfect to begin. Beginning makes the conditions perfect.”
Alan Cohen
“Whatever the job you are asked to do at whatever level, do a good job because your reputation is your resume.”
Madeleine Albright
“Work to become, not to acquire.”
Elbert Hubbard
“Every job will demand some sacrifice. The key is to avoid unnecessary sacrifice.”
Sheryl Sandberg
“Anyone who has never made a mistake has never tried anything new.”
Albert Einstein
“Go confidently in the direction of your dreams!”
Henry David Thoreau
“Desire! That's the one secret of every man's career. Not education. Not being born with hidden talents. Desire.”
Johnny Carson
“Hide not your talents, they for use were made; what’s a sundial in the shade?”
Benjamin Franklin
“Our greatest weakness lies in giving up. The most certain way to succeed is always to try just one more time.”
Thomas Edison
“You can have unbelievable intelligence, you can have connections, you can have opportunities fall out of the sky. But in the end, hard work is the true, enduring characteristic of successful people.”
Marsha Evans
“Don’t be too comfortable with employment; discover yourself and see what you can achieve for yourself.”
Sunday Adelaja
“It's not the days in your life, but the life in your days that counts.”
Brian White
