CONGRATULATING OTHERS | GRADE 9

Summary

This video lesson focuses on different ways to congratulate others, either for their achievements or on special occasions. It explains a variety of expressions such as 'Congratulations,' 'Congrats,' and more formal phrases like 'I'd like to congratulate you on.' It also explores congratulating others on special events like birthdays, anniversaries, or holidays with phrases like 'Happy Birthday' and 'Merry Christmas.' The video includes examples and guidance on both informal and formal language, offering viewers a comprehensive understanding of congratulatory expressions and how to respond to them.

Takeaways

• 😀 Expressions of congratulation can be formal or informal, depending on the context.
• 😀 Common ways to congratulate someone on their achievements include phrases like 'Congratulations,' 'Congratulations on [achievement],' and 'Congrats!'
• 😀 Formal congratulatory phrases often include 'I'd like to congratulate you on [achievement]' or 'I'm happy for your success on [achievement].'
• 😀 Informal congratulatory phrases include 'Congrats!' or 'That's really nice of you.'
• 😀 Responses to congratulations can include 'Thanks,' 'Thank you very much,' or 'That's really kind of you.'
• 😀 There are specific expressions to congratulate people on special days, such as 'Happy Birthday,' 'Happy Anniversary,' and 'Happy New Year.'
• 😀 Special event congratulatory expressions also include 'Happy Eid Mubarak' for Eid, and 'Merry Christmas' for Christmas.
• 😀 Some responses to congratulations include gratitude expressions like 'Thanks a lot' or 'That's very kind of you.'
• 😀 The script highlights that congratulatory expressions vary by occasion—achievements vs. special days/events.
• 😀 The tone of congratulatory expressions shifts from casual (e.g., 'Congrats!') to more formal (e.g., 'I’d like to congratulate you on [achievement]') depending on the situation.

Q & A

What are the two main types of congratulatory expressions discussed in the video?

The two main types of congratulatory expressions are: 1) Congratulating someone on their achievement (e.g., winning a contest), and 2) Congratulating someone on their special day or event (e.g., birthday, graduation).

What are some informal ways to congratulate someone mentioned in the script?

Informal ways to congratulate someone include expressions like 'Congrats!' and 'Well done!' These are often used among close friends or peers.

Which phrases are used to congratulate someone on their achievement?

Phrases to congratulate someone on their achievement include: 'Congratulations,' 'Congratulations on [achievement],' 'I'd like to congratulate you on [achievement],' and 'I'm happy for your success in [achievement].'

What is the difference between formal and informal congratulatory expressions?

Formal expressions tend to be more structured and polite, such as 'I'd like to congratulate you on [achievement],' while informal expressions are simpler and often used between friends, such as 'Congrats!' or 'Well done!'

What are the common responses when someone congratulates you?

Common responses to congratulations include: 'Thanks,' 'Thank you very much,' 'Thanks a lot,' and 'That's very kind of you.' These show appreciation for the gesture.

How do you congratulate someone on their special day, such as a birthday?

To congratulate someone on their special day, you can use phrases like 'Happy Birthday,' 'Happy Anniversary,' or 'Happy [event].' These are commonly used for celebrations like birthdays, anniversaries, or public holidays.

What is the proper expression for congratulating someone on their graduation?

The proper expression for congratulating someone on their graduation is 'Happy Graduation!' or 'Congratulations on your graduation!'

What are some examples of special days or events where congratulatory expressions are used?

Some examples of special days or events include birthdays ('Happy Birthday'), anniversaries ('Happy Anniversary'), Eid ('Happy Eid Mubarak'), New Year's Day ('Happy New Year'), and Christmas ('Merry Christmas').

Why are expressions like 'Happy Eid Mubarak' used in specific cultures?

Expressions like 'Happy Eid Mubarak' are used to celebrate Eid, a significant religious holiday in Islamic cultures. Such greetings are culturally specific and convey good wishes for the occasion.

What is the significance of using 'Merry Christmas' instead of 'Happy Christmas'?

In English-speaking cultures, 'Merry Christmas' is the traditional greeting during Christmas, whereas 'Happy Christmas' is more commonly used in some other English variants, like British English. The phrase 'Merry Christmas' has become widely accepted.