How to Say “Congratulations” in Haitian Creole

By Belinda Olive • Updated October 16, 2026

Felisitasyon

everyday, Haitian Creole

In Haitian Creole, "congratulations" is Felisitasyon. Bravo is a shorter, warmer way to say it.

Meaning: praise for an achievement (phrase)

Ways to say it

“congratulations” in Creole
Creole	Note
Felisitasyon	everyday, Haitian Creole
Bravo	casual

Add what the congratulations is for: Felisitasyon pou diplòm ou means "congratulations on your diploma".

How does it change in a sentence?

Pou means "for".

Did you know?

Felisitasyon comes from French félicitations.

Examples in context

Bravo, ou fè bon travay.
Bravo, you did good work.

Example conversation

A family celebrates a graduation.

Tonton

Felisitasyon pou diplòm ou!
Congratulations on your diploma!
Eleve

Mèsi anpil!
Thank you very much!
Tonton

Bravo, nou fyè de ou.
Bravo, we are proud of you.

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About The Author

Belinda Olive

Bonjour! I’m Belinda, your go-to girl for everything Creole. I’ve spent countless hours immersing myself in the extraordinary language and culture to share its nuance and flavour with you. When I’m not serving up linguistic treats, I’m likely chillin’ at the lac, sipping on diri ak pwa or relishing a playful chaje kochon. I also spend time perfecting my square foot gardening, tending to my karmakòl and mindlessly flipping through colourful katalòg aleman. Whether you want to congratulate someone with 'Felicite' or express love with 'Mwen renmen ou', I’m here to help you converse like a native. Alò, are you ready for this adventure?

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