Congratulations & Celebrations
Use these phrases to congratulate people on birthdays, new jobs, weddings, or other happy occasions.
Key Phrases
Gratulerer med dagen!
neutralHappy birthday!
Literally 'congratulations with the day'; also used on Norway's national day.
Grattis med dagen!
casualHappy birthday!
A shortened, informal version for friends and family.
Gratulerer så mye!
politeCongratulations!
Use this for major life events like weddings or a new job.
Grattis!
casualCongrats!
A quick, casual way to congratulate a friend on good news.
Bra jobbet!
neutralWell done! / Good job!
Great for praising someone who just passed an exam or finished a project.
Kjempebra!
casualAwesome! / Great!
An enthusiastic, everyday reaction to good news.
Lykke til i den nye jobben!
neutralGood luck in your new job!
A friendly way to wish someone well on their first day.
Til lykke med bryllupet!
politeBest wishes on your wedding!
The traditional, polite way to congratulate a newlywed couple.
Skål!
casualCheers!
The standard toast when raising a glass.