Expression of Congratulations, Compliments, And Gratitude

A. CONGRATULATION

Congratulations is an expression of joy in the success or good fortune of another. Congratulations also mean how to expressing praise and approval, expressing approbation.

Example : I sent them my sincere congratulations on their marriage

Or in other words, congratulation is an expression that we use to give the congratulation utterance when he/she succeeds in doing something.

· Congratulations!
· Congratulations on your success!
· Happy birthday!
· Merry Christmas!
· Happy New Year!
· Happy Valentine!
· Happy anniversary!

B. COMPLIMENT

Compliment is an expression that we show or say to express/give praise. For example:

* on his/her general appearance
* if you notice something new about the person’s appearance
* when you visit someone’s house for the first time
* when other people do their best

Complimenting:

· What a nice dress!
· You look great.
· You look very nice/beautiful/handsome.
· I really must express my admiration for your dance.
· Good grades!
· Excellent!
· Nice work!
· Good job!

C.GRATITUDE

Gratitude is an expression that we show or say to express grateful feeling to other people. When speaking English. When people give you something or help yo do something, wish you something and give you compliment, etc.  please say " Thank You "

- Thank You Very Much
- Thank You for your gift
- it's pleasure / My pleasure
- Thank You for You Help
- I'm really grateful to you