Meaning
Expressing good wishes for success or achievement.
Cultural Background
In Spain, 'Enhorabuena' is often preferred for professional achievements, while 'Felicidades' is for birthdays. In Mexico, 'Felicidades' is used universally for almost everything, including professional success. Argentines often use '¡Felicitaciones!' as a slightly more formal or emphatic version of 'Felicidades'.
Add 'Muchas'
Say '¡Muchas felicidades!' to sound more enthusiastic.
Don't use for sad news
It is offensive to use this during a tragedy.
Meaning
Expressing good wishes for success or achievement.
Add 'Muchas'
Say '¡Muchas felicidades!' to sound more enthusiastic.
Don't use for sad news
It is offensive to use this during a tragedy.
Pair with a verb
Add 'por' to specify the reason for the celebration.
Test Yourself
Complete the sentence: ¡Felicidades ___ tu graduación!
¡Felicidades ___ tu graduación!
Use 'por' for achievements.
Which is correct for a birthday?
Which is correct for a birthday?
For dates/events, 'en' is preferred.
Match the event to the correct sentiment.
Match: Promotion -> ?
Promotion is a success.
Complete the dialogue.
A: ¡Me casé ayer! B: ___
Marriage is a happy event.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
4 exercises¡Felicidades ___ tu graduación!
Use 'por' for achievements.
Which is correct for a birthday?
For dates/events, 'en' is preferred.
Match each item on the left with its pair on the right:
Promotion is a success.
A: ¡Me casé ayer! B: ___
Marriage is a happy event.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
6 questionsYes, it is perfect for weddings.
It is neutral and works in almost all settings.
It wishes the person many happy moments.
No, never.
Yes, it is universally understood.
It is still fine to say just '¡Felicidades!'
Related Phrases
Enhorabuena
similarCongratulations
Feliz cumpleaños
builds onHappy birthday
Mis mejores deseos
similarMy best wishes
