Signification
Used to praise someone for an achievement.
Contexte culturel
Congratulating someone often involves the 'Pedha' tradition. If you are the one being congratulated, it is customary to bring a box of sweets to your office or home to share your joy with others. The 10th (SSC) and 12th (HSC) board exams are massive milestones. Newspapers often publish photos of toppers with the headline 'अभिनंदन!'. It is a moment of collective community pride. In Marathi professional circles, 'Abhinandan' is often followed by a formal 'Satkar' (felicitation) where the person is given a bouquet or a coconut. This is a sign of high respect. On Marathi WhatsApp groups, you will often see 'अभिनंदन' stickers or images with flowers. It is one of the most used words in digital Marathi communication.
Double it for impact
Saying 'Abhinandan, abhinandan!' sounds more enthusiastic and warm in informal settings.
Avoid 'Badhai'
While 'Badhai' is common in Hindi, stick to 'Abhinandan' in Marathi to sound more native and less influenced by Bollywood.
Signification
Used to praise someone for an achievement.
Double it for impact
Saying 'Abhinandan, abhinandan!' sounds more enthusiastic and warm in informal settings.
Avoid 'Badhai'
While 'Badhai' is common in Hindi, stick to 'Abhinandan' in Marathi to sound more native and less influenced by Bollywood.
The 'Pedha' joke
If you congratulate a close friend, immediately follow up with 'पेढे कधी देणार?' (When will you give sweets?). It's a classic Marathi friendly banter.
Response matters
When someone says 'Abhinandan' to you, always reply with 'धन्यवाद' (Thank you) or 'तुमची कृपा' (Your kindness/blessing).
Teste-toi
Fill in the blank with the correct form of congratulations.
परीक्षेत यश मिळाल्याबद्दल तुझे ________!
Since the person has already achieved success (Yash) in the exam, 'Abhinandan' is the correct choice.
Match the situation to the correct Marathi phrase.
Situation: Your friend is getting married tomorrow.
A wedding is a major life milestone deserving of 'Hardik Abhinandan'.
Complete the dialogue between two colleagues.
A: मला प्रमोशन मिळालं! B: अरे वा! ________. पार्टी कधी देतोयस?
The correct response to a promotion is 'Abhinandan'.
Which of these is the most formal way to congratulate someone?
Choose the most formal option:
'आपले' (formal you) and 'मनःपूर्वक' (heartfelt) make this the most formal choice.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Abhinandan vs Shubhechha
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesपरीक्षेत यश मिळाल्याबद्दल तुझे ________!
Since the person has already achieved success (Yash) in the exam, 'Abhinandan' is the correct choice.
Situation: Your friend is getting married tomorrow.
A wedding is a major life milestone deserving of 'Hardik Abhinandan'.
A: मला प्रमोशन मिळालं! B: अरे वा! ________. पार्टी कधी देतोयस?
The correct response to a promotion is 'Abhinandan'.
Choose the most formal option:
'आपले' (formal you) and 'मनःपूर्वक' (heartfelt) make this the most formal choice.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsTechnically no. Use 'Vadhdivasachya Shubhechha'. 'Abhinandan' is for achievements.
It is neutral to formal. It's safe to use with everyone from your boss to your younger brother.
'Abhinandan' is the word you say (Congratulations). 'Kautuk' is the act of praising or feeling proud of someone.
Say 'Hardik Abhinandan' (हार्दिक अभिनंदन).
Use 'Tujhe' (Possessive). Example: 'Tujhe abhinandan'.
In cities, yes. But 'Abhinandan' sounds much more respectful and culturally appropriate.
No, Marathi doesn't really shorten it like 'Congrats'. You say the whole word.
Use '-बद्दल' (baddal). Example: 'Yashabaddal' (for success).
Yes, it is very common for weddings and engagements.
Yes, 'Abhinandan' is perfect for the birth of a child.
Expressions liées
शुभेच्छा
similarBest wishes
कौतुक
builds onAppreciation/Praise
शाबास
informalWell done / Bravo
धन्यवाद
contrastThank you
सत्कार
specialized formFelicitation
विजयी भव
similarMay you be victorious
