The most natural alternative to “Congratulations to both of you” is simply “Congratulations to you both.” You can make it warmer with “So happy for you both,” more formal with “Warmest congratulations to you both,” or more celebratory with “Here’s to both of you—congratulations!”
Choose a Message for the Occasion
- Congratulations to you both.
- Many congratulations to you both.
- Congratulations to the two of you.
- Warmest congratulations to you both.
- So happy for you both.
- I’m thrilled for both of you.
- Wishing you both every happiness.
- Best wishes to you both.
- What wonderful news—congratulations!
- Sending my congratulations to you both.
- Here’s to both of you—congratulations!
How the Congratulations Differ
Congratulations to you both
The clearest all-purpose alternative for couples, partners, colleagues, or two people sharing good news. Example: Congratulations to you both on the wonderful news!
Many congratulations to you both
A little more formal and especially common in British English. Example: Many congratulations to you both on your engagement.
Congratulations to the two of you
Warm and conversational, with slightly more emphasis on the pair. Example: Congratulations to the two of you—you’ve worked so hard for this.
Warmest congratulations to you both
Formal and heartfelt, suitable for cards, weddings, promotions, and major achievements. Example: Warmest congratulations to you both on your wedding.
So happy for you both
Personal and enthusiastic, best when you know the recipients well. Example: So happy for you both—what fantastic news!
I’m thrilled for both of you
Expresses strong personal happiness about their news or achievement. Example: I’m thrilled for both of you. You deserve this.
Wishing you both every happiness
Especially suitable for weddings, engagements, anniversaries, or other relationship milestones. Example: Wishing you both every happiness in your life together.
Best wishes to you both
Gentle and versatile when you want warm wishes without a highly celebratory tone. Example: Best wishes to you both for the move and the new job.
What wonderful news—congratulations!
Enthusiastic and natural when responding directly to an announcement. Example: What wonderful news—congratulations!
Sending my congratulations to you both
Useful in written messages when you cannot congratulate them in person. Example: Sending my congratulations to you both from afar.
Here’s to both of you—congratulations!
Celebratory and informal, suitable for a toast, card, or cheerful message. Example: Here’s to both of you—congratulations on the new venture!
Name the Achievement When You Can
A short specific detail makes the message feel more personal: “Congratulations to you both on the new house” is stronger than a generic congratulation.
For weddings and engagements, wishes about happiness fit naturally. For a shared professional achievement, keep the focus on the accomplishment instead.