Felicitations: meaning, definitions and examples

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felicitations

 

[ fɪˌlɪsɪˈteɪʃənz ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

expressing congratulations

Expressions of congratulations or good wishes.

Examples of usage

  • He received many felicitations on his promotion.
  • The couple was overwhelmed with felicitations on their wedding day.
Context #2 | Noun

formal expression of praise or acknowledgment

An expression of praise or acknowledgment, especially in a formal or official context.

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.
Context #3 | Noun

wishes for a happy event or occasion

Good wishes or expressions of joy for a happy event or occasion.

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

Etymology

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.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #33,750 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.