Etymology
The word "congratulation" comes from the Latin word "congratulari," which means "to wish joy to." It is derived from the following Latin roots:
Meaning
The word "congratulation" means:
Origin
The word "congratulation" first appeared in the English language in the early 16th century. It was initially used in a religious context, to express joy and gratitude for the birth of Jesus Christ. Over time, its usage expanded to include congratulations on any kind of success or good fortune.
Usage
Congratulations can be expressed in various ways, including:
Etymology Latin congratulari Meaning to rejoice with to wish joy to Origin 1
Etymology The word congratulation comes from the Latin word congratulari which means
Etymology Self from Old English sēolf meaning of or belonging to oneself Con
Etymology The word congratulation comes from the Latin word congratulari which means
Etymology Latin felici felicis happy tati ablative of tat suffix forming a
Etymology Latin felici felicis happy tati ablative of tat suffix forming a
Etymology The word expression derives from the Latin word expressio which means to
Etymology The word discretion comes from the Middle English word discrecioun which
Etymology and Meaning The word perpendicular comes from the Latin words per through
Etymology From Middle English insipyre from Anglo Norman French inspirer from Latin i
Etymology The word ignominious originates from Latin in meaning not or withou
Etymology Origin French pristine from Latin pristinus meaning former ancient Root
Etymology Middle English Patsye Pet form of Patricia Latin for nobleman s daughter