Formal vs Informal Congratulation

Situation:

Siti has just got the first prize in the “Bakiak race” to celebrate Indonesia Independence day.

Beni congratulates her.

What does Beni say to congratulate Siti?

Beni : ” __________________________.”

Siti : ”Thank you.”

• Sure, Good luck.

• Congratulate to Siti

• Congratulations, Siti.

• Thanks, I will do my best

Dayu : ”Who won the football match yesterday?”

Udin : ”Our team did. We won two to one.”

Dayu : ”Well done. _________________________.”

Udin : ”Thank you.”

• I’m glad to hear that.

• That’s too bad

• I’m sorry.

• You’re welcome

Edo : ”Happy birthday, Lia.”

Lia : ”Thank you Edo. You are the first who congratulate me.”

Edo : ”Oh really? Here is a little present for you. I hope you like it.”

Lia : ”Thank you very much. You are really my best friend.”

Why does Edo give Lia a present?

• Because Lia likes present.

• Because today Dayu’s birthday.

• Because Edo has a lot of money.

• Because Lia is celebrating her birthday today.

Dear Esther

CONGRATULATIONS

Ever since I heard about your success as the first winner of singing contest of FLS2N. I know how long and how hard you practiced. We are all very proud of you. We wish you all the best in pursuing your dream to be a popular singer some day.

Rudy

Chair person of Class 9 A

The text above shows that . . .

• the writer is one of the contestants

• Esther is the best student

• Esther is the best singer

• Rudy is Esther's special friend

Dear Esther

CONGRATULATIONS

Ever since I heard about your success as the first winner of singing contest of FLS2N. I know how long and how hard you practiced. We are all very proud of you. We wish you all the best in pursuing your dream to be a popular singer some day.

Rudy

Chair person of Class 9 A

The text is for . . . of FL2SN.

• the best student

• the best teacher

• the best singer

• the best graduate student

Situation :

Rania has just made a very beautiful handycraft from coconut leaf. Chandra praises

her craft and hope that she will win the national competition.

Chandra : “____________________________________.”

I’m sure you will win the national competition.”

Rania : “Thank you. I hope so too.”

• What is that

• That’s a very beautiful handycraft

• I’m glad to hear that

• You are the winner

Formal Congratulations

• Congratulations!

• Well done!

• Good Job!

• May I congratulate you on….

Informal Congratulations

• Please accept my warmest congratulations.

• I’d like to be first to congratulate you.

• Good Job!

• May I congratulate you on….

Complimenting someone’s skills

• What an interesting view you have from your bedroom.

• I couldn’t help but notice your beautiful hair.

• What a lovely smile you have!

• You have such an obedient monkey.

• I admire your ability to sew.

Complimenting possessions

• I admire your ability to sew.

• My compliments on your cooking.

• You are a fine writer.

• I must say you really know how to sketch.

• What a lovely smile you have!