proficiat
congratulations
Pronunciation
proːfiˈsjɑt
Cultural Note
'Proficiat' is a slightly more formal or southern alternative to 'gefeliciteerd.' It's more commonly used in Belgium and the southern Netherlands (Limburg, Brabant). In the north, 'gefeliciteerd' is more standard. Both are correct and widely understood.
📝 Example Sentences
Proficiat met je diploma!
Congratulations on your diploma!
Proficiat, dat heb je verdiend!
Congratulations, you deserved that!
Proficiat met jullie trouwdag!
Congratulations on your wedding day!
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