Dictionary entryCEFR B1verb

congratulate

IPA pronunciation: /kənˈɡrætʃʊleɪt/

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Russian meaning

поздравлять

English definition

To tell someone that you are happy about their success or good fortune.

Example

I want to congratulate you on your promotion.

Collocations

congratulate on
congratulate for
congratulate warmly

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