Congratulate or Congradulate

Correct congratulate vs incorrect congradulate.

congradulate

Incorrect spelling - “Congradulate” wrongly inserts a 'd'.

"congradulate" is a common misspelling of "congratulate". Always use "congratulate" when referring to the correct word.

congratulate

Correct spelling - The proper way to spell this word.

“Congratulate” means to praise or express joy for someone’s success.

Definition of congratulate

"congratulate": “Congratulate” means to praise or express joy for someone’s success.

This word is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing.

Synonyms for congratulate

  • praise
  • honor
  • commend

Usage Examples

"Correct:" We congratulate the winners.

"Correct:" I want to congratulate you.

"Correct:" They congratulated her warmly.

"Incorrect:" We congradulate the winners.

"Incorrect:" I want to congradulate you.

Notes:

  • There is no 'd' in any form of the word.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Correct spelling?

A: Congratulate.

Q: Wrong version?

A: Congradulate.

Q: Meaning?

A: To praise someone.

Q: Example?

A: I congratulate you on your achievement.

Q: Tip?

A: Remember: con-gra-tu-late.

Summary

""Congratulate" is correct; 'congradulate' is a common misheard spelling."