🇮🇳 Kannada phrases

How to Say "Congratulations" in Kannada

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
ಶುಭಾಶಯಗಳು
"Congratulations" in Kannada · say it like shoo-bhaash-ya-gaLu

The most natural way to say "Congratulations" in Kannada is ಶುಭಾಶಯಗಳು. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.

Other ways to say it

ಶುಭಕಾಮನೆಗಳು
more formal, often used in written contexts
ಹಾರೈಸುತ್ತೇನೆ
casual, used when personally congratulating someone

When to use it

Use this phrase to congratulate someone on their achievements or special occasions. It can be used in both formal and informal settings. It is appropriate for events like weddings, graduations, or promotions.

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Examples in Kannada

KannadaEnglish
ನೀವು ಪರೀಕ್ಷೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಉತ್ತಮ ಅಂಕಗಳನ್ನು ಪಡೆದಿದ್ದೀರಿ, ಶುಭಾಶಯಗಳು!You scored well in the exam, congratulations!
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 'ಧನ್ಯವಾದಗಳು' which means 'thank you'.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear ಶುಭಾಶಯಗಳು, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Kannada with a coach that corrects your pronunciation in real time. You can start with two free conversations.

Frequently asked questions

When should I use 'ಶುಭಾಶಯಗಳು'?

Use it to congratulate someone on their success or special occasions.

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