Meaning
To express good hopes or desires for someone's success or happiness.
Cultural Background
Often used during festivals like Diwali. It is a standard way to greet family and friends. Used as a standard closing in formal emails to clients or superiors.
Pluralization
Note that 'कामनाएँ' is plural. It is always used in the plural form for this expression.
Meaning
To express good hopes or desires for someone's success or happiness.
Pluralization
Note that 'कामनाएँ' is plural. It is always used in the plural form for this expression.
Test Yourself
Which phrase is appropriate for someone who just won a prize?
Choose the correct option:
Use 'बधाई हो' for past achievements, not 'शुभ कामनाएँ'.
🎉 Score: /1
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesChoose the correct option:
Use 'बधाई हो' for past achievements, not 'शुभ कामनाएँ'.
🎉 Score: /1
Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsYes, 'जन्मदिन की शुभ कामनाएँ' is very common.
Related Phrases
बधाई हो
contrastCongratulations
शुभ यात्रा
specialized formHave a safe journey
