Felicitations: meaning, definitions and examples
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felicitations
[ fɪˌlɪsɪˈteɪʃənz ]
expressing congratulations
Expressions of congratulations or good wishes.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- He received many felicitations on his promotion.
- The couple was overwhelmed with felicitations on their wedding day.
formal expression of praise or acknowledgment
An expression of praise or acknowledgment, especially in a formal or official context.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The president received felicitations from leaders around the world for his diplomatic efforts.
- The award ceremony concluded with felicitations for all the winners.
wishes for a happy event or occasion
Good wishes or expressions of joy for a happy event or occasion.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The room was filled with felicitations for the new parents and their baby.
- She sent felicitations to her friend on her graduation.
Translations
Translations of the word "felicitations" in other languages:
🇵🇹 felicitações
🇮🇳 बधाईयाँ
🇩🇪 Glückwünsche
🇮🇩 ucapan selamat
🇺🇦 вітання
🇵🇱 gratulacje
🇯🇵 おめでとうございます
🇫🇷 félicitations
🇪🇸 felicitaciones
🇹🇷 tebrikler
🇰🇷 축하
🇸🇦 تهاني
🇨🇿 gratulace
🇸🇰 blahoželanie
🇨🇳 祝贺
🇸🇮 čestitke
🇮🇸 til hamingju
🇰🇿 құттықтаулар
🇬🇪 გილოცავთ
🇦🇿 təbriklər
🇲🇽 felicitaciones
Word origin
The word 'felicitations' originated from the Latin word 'felicitatio', which means congratulation or good wishes. It has been used in English since the late 16th century to express congratulations, praise, or good wishes for a happy event or occasion. Over the years, 'felicitations' has become a formal and elegant way to convey positive sentiments and acknowledgment. It is commonly used in written correspondence, formal speeches, and celebratory occasions.