Gratitude , Compliment and Congratulation :)

Definition ::*

(Gratitude)

        It is important to gain an understanding of the meaning  of gratitude.   Gratitude may reflect a cultural norm.   Expressing gratitude may be part of our socialization.  For example, a simple "thank you" has become an automatic part of our everyday communication.
          What is gratitude?  Below is one definition of gratitude:

Gratitude is simply the feeling of thankfulness and the expression of appeciation.

         The above definition of gratitude suggests that gratitude is both a feeling and a behavior.  Expressions of gratitude can involve a simple "thank you" for someone's considerate and kind behavior.  The words of gratitude can also be expressed more formally in a gratitude letter, a gratitude card, or gratitude poems.
         Gratitude can also viewed as a general attitude towards life that involves seeing the glass as half full. The power of gratitude may be reflected in having a more positive evaluation of one's life.
         Expressing gratitude may help to build rapport.   Other people may wish to feel appreciated.  To help build rapport, it is important to express sincere and heartfelt gratitude.    

(Compliment)


Compliments express approval and are aimed at showing that you like some aspect of the other person’s appearance, belonging or work. It is also to appreciate other people, but overuse of compliments might seem insincere.
Whom to Compliment:  
Anyone you have occasion to talk with (friends, family, colleagues, and even strangers)
What to Compliment

• Notice something new about the person’s appearance: new car, new haircut, a piece of jewellery, etc
• On a person of his or her general appearance: ‘You look good today’
• When visiting someone’s house for the first time: ‘What a beautiful house you have.’
• When hosts prepare a meal for you: ‘The meal was delicious’.

How to Compliment in formal or informal :

• I would like compliment you on …
• I think your (hair) is very nice.
• I just love your (dress).
• The (chicken) is very delicious.
• I really like your (skirt).
• This (cheese) is super.
• That’s not a bad (bike) you’ve got.
• That’s neat.
• That’s nice.
• That’s not bad.
• Terrific.
• Pretty good.
• OK!
• All right.

Response to Compliment :

• Thank you. It’s nice of you to say so.
• Thank you but really isn’t anything special.
• Thank you. Yours is even nicer.
• I’m glad you like it.
• Thank you.
• Thank you.

Returning Compliment :

• It’s nice to hear that from someone with your experience.
• Yours is nice, too.
• (It’s enough to say ‘Thank you” to a compliment. No further reply is required)

Expressing Thanks #1

Thanks.
Thank you.
Thanks a lot.
I appreciate it.
Thanks for the helping me.
Thanks for your time.
Thanks for your hospitality.
Thanks a lot for your kindness.
Thank you for everthing.
Thank you. I appreciate your friendliness.
Thanks a lot. You’ve been so helpful.
Thank you for the nice gift.
Thanks for such a prompt reply. (When receiving letter or email).
Thank you for your services.
Thank you for your sympathy.
Thank you for your expression of sympathy.
Thank you for the nice gift.
I appreciate your kindness.
I sincerely appreciate your kind helps.
You are so kind during my visit here. Thanks you very much.
Thank you for showing me such a nice place.
Thank you for giving me great solutions to my problems.
Thank you mom. I love you.
Thank you dad. I love you.
Thank you sister. You are so sweet!
Thank you my sweet heart.
Thank you my sweet love!
Thank you my love.
Thank you for the lovely present my dear.

Expressing Compliments # 2.

Compliments: Expressing Thanks

Thanks.
Thank you very much.
Thanks a lot.
Thank you for your help.
Thank you for helping me.
Thank you for your assistance.
Thank you for phoning me.
Thank you for assisting me.
Thanks you for your kindness.
Thank you for a prompt reply. (letter, email).
Thank you for listening to me.
Thank you for such a warm welcome.
Thank you for the ride.
Thank you for take me home.
Thank you for such a nice gift.
Thanks a lot for an inspiring book. (after accepting book as gift)
Thank you for your attention. (after giving a presentation)
Thank you for helping me to solve the problems.
Thank you for your financial assistance.
Thank you for spending time with me.
Thank you for showing me the way. (after someone show you the direction).
You are my valentine. (meaning: you are my love/beloved/lover)

Expressing Compliment.
Nice way to express further compliments.
You may use the following sentences after expressing thanks.

You are such a nice boy.
You are such a nice girl.
You are my best friend.
You’ve given me great help.
You’ve help me a lot during my difficult situation.
You are such a wonderful person.
You’ve given me so much help.
You’ve shown me great kindness.
You’ve helped me during my difficult time.
You’ve help me a lot.
You’ve shown me the way to solve my difficult problems.
You’ve spend much of you time with me.
You are a great mom. I love you.
You are a great dad. I love you.
You are a great friend. I love you.

How to Compliment People ?

Complimenting people can get you very far in life, from making your friends feel good to showing off your good side. Here's how to give compliments the right way.

Steps

1. Decide what your purpose is. Are you trying to flatter your boss, make your friend feel confident, tell your boyfriend/girlfriend how hot he/she is, etc.
2. Compliments are all about the other person. Focus on them, not how you think of them. For example, say "You look fabulous in that sweater!" rather than "I like how that sweater looks on you." If you want to really make them feel good, try saying, "You make that sweater look good."
3. Make eye contact and smile! Showing you are confident in yourself will lend more weight to your compliments and avoid that feeling of insincere flattery or hero worship.
4. Don't just pay attention to someone's looks--there are all kinds of good things about people if you pay attention! "You have a beautiful smile" is good, but adding "and your cheerful personality brings out the smiles in everyone around you" is even better.
5. Pay a sincere compliment! Being fake is not going to help you.
6. Don't compliment him/her too often, it can be really annoying and strange.

Examples of COMPLIMENT

1. He told her he admired her paintings and she returned the compliment by saying that she was a fan of his sculptures.
2. When customers recommend our company to friends and family members, we consider that to be the highest compliment we can get.
3. Boys in the Midwest grow up without a word of praise, their parents fearful that a compliment might make them vain …

--'' Tips

• Keep it general. It is always easier to be vague to avoid making people uncomfortable, and general comments about looking good are usually safe.
• Take a hint from your surroundings, complimenting a co-worker on a project they've done, perhaps, or telling a guy friend they look good in a specific shirt, or any other characteristic of that person's.
• Try complimenting people on things they take pride in.
• Always let compliments come naturally, if they sound forced you will be viewed as insincere.
• In the same vein, keep compliments to a minimum so that you don't seem like a sycophant and each one means more.
• When a compliment fails, just remember it's the thought that counts.
• Don't treat your compliment as the flatter

-' Congratulation :)

   # Definition "

 

*Congratulation is an expression to congratulate someone for success, happiness etc

Expression of Giving Compliment / Congratulation

How to Congratulating

Congratulating	Responding to congratulations
I’d be the first to congratulate you on. I’d like to congratulate you on … Please accept my warmest congratulations. May I congratulate you on … I must congratulate you. It was great to hear about … Congratulations. Congratulations on … Well done Nice one. Good. Fantastic!	It’s very good of you to say so. How nice of you to say so. Thank you very much for saying so. I’m glad you think so. Oh, it’s nothing special actually. Oh, I have a lot to learn yet. Thank you. Oh, not really. Oh, nothing to it, actually. Oh, thanks.

TASK 1
Complete the dialogue with the correct phrases you have learnt. Look at the example:
Ann         : that’s a great sweater.
Rose      : Why, thank you. I just bought it yesterday.
Situation 1
Mary       : Hi, Joe. Is that a new …?
Joe         : …………………………………….
Mary       : …………………………………….
Joe         : …………………………………….
Situation 2
Gee        : Well, thank you for the …
Lee         : ………………………………
Gee        : Yes, I really ……………………
Lee         : ………………………………….
Situation 3
Zack       : …………………………………….
Bob         : Oh thanks. I just lost five pounds.
Zack       : ………………………………………
Bob         : …………………………………….
Situation 4
Mr. Tweed            : Good morning, Jones.
Jones                     : ……………………………
Mr. Tweed            : ……………………………..
Jones                     : Well, thank you, Mr. Tweed. But I was just doing my job.
Mr. Tweed            : Yes, and we’re proud of you, Jones.
Jones                     : …………………………………………