enhorabuena
congratulations
Intermediate Interjection
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Pronunciation
/en.o.ɾaˈbwe.na/
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Cultural Note
While 'felicidades' is used broadly for any happy occasion, 'enhorabuena' specifically acknowledges an achievement or accomplishment. It is used for promotions, graduations, births, and engagements. It carries a stronger sense of admiration than 'felicidades.'
📝 Example Sentences
¡Enhorabuena por el bebé!
Congratulations on the baby!
¡Enhorabuena, os lo merecéis!
Congratulations, you deserve it!
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