Weddings are joyous occasions that bring people together to celebrate love and commitment. If you want to congratulate someone on their wedding day in Japanese, here are some phrases you can use to express your well wishes.
1. 結婚おめでとうございます (Kekkon omedetou gozaimasu)
This phrase is the most common way to say “Congratulations on your wedding” in Japanese. It is a formal expression used to convey your heartfelt congratulations to the newly married couple.
Examples:
- 結婚おめでとうございます！幸せな結婚生活をお祈りしています。(Kekkon omedetou gozaimasu! Shiawasena kekkon seikatsu o oinori shiteimasu.) – “Congratulations on your wedding! Wishing you a happy married life.”
- 結婚おめでとうございます！末永くお幸せに。(Kekkon omedetou gozaimasu! Suenagaku oshiawase ni.) – “Congratulations on your wedding! May you have everlasting happiness.”
2. ご結婚おめでとうございます (Go kekkon omedetou gozaimasu)
This is a more formal and respectful way to congratulate someone on their wedding. It shows a higher level of politeness and is often used in formal settings or when addressing someone of higher status.
Examples:
- ご結婚おめでとうございます！末永くお幸せにお過ごしください。(Go kekkon omedetou gozaimasu! Suenagaku oshiawase ni o-sugoshi kudasai.) – “Congratulations on your wedding! May you spend your days in everlasting happiness.”
- ご結婚おめでとうございます！末永くお幸せにお過ごしくださいませ。(Go kekkon omedetou gozaimasu! Suenagaku oshiawase ni o-sugoshi kudasaimase.) – “Congratulations on your wedding! May you spend your days in everlasting happiness.”
3. 結婚式おめでとうございます (Kekkonshiki omedetou gozaimasu)
This phrase specifically congratulates someone on their wedding ceremony. It acknowledges the significance of the event and shows your happiness for the couple’s special day.
Examples:
- 結婚式おめでとうございます！素敵な思い出になりましたね。(Kekkonshiki omedetou gozaimasu! Suteki na omoide ni narimashita ne.) – “Congratulations on your wedding ceremony! It must have been a wonderful memory.”
- 結婚式おめでとうございます！一生忘れられない日となりますように。(Kekkonshiki omedetou gozaimasu! Isshou wasurerarenai hi to narimasu you ni.) – “Congratulations on your wedding ceremony! May it be a day you will never forget.”
Conclusion
When congratulating someone on their wedding in Japanese, phrases like “結婚おめでとうございます” (Kekkon omedetou gozaimasu) and “ご結婚おめでとうございます” (Go kekkon omedetou gozaimasu) can be used to express your heartfelt congratulations and well wishes. Whether you opt for a more casual or formal expression, your kind words will surely bring joy to the newlyweds on their special day.
