ਵਧਾਈਆਂ

Definition

Joyful congratulations — lakh lakh vadhaian, a hundred thousand of them!

Example

Etymology

'ਵਧਾਈਆਂ' (vadhaian) translates to 'congratulations' and comes from the root 'ਵਧਾਈ' (vadhai) meaning 'to increase or enhance'.

How & Where It’s Used

Used informally and formally in celebrations or commendations, 'vadhaian' is a common expression among Punjabi speakers during festivities.

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