The phrase "words of congratulations" is correct and commonly used in written English.
It refers to a set of congratulatory phrases or expressions used to communicate praise or well wishes towards someone. Example: After winning the competition, the young athlete was showered with words of congratulations from her teammates and coaches.
The President wiped samosa from his lips and muttered a few words of congratulations.
Clemens received a handwritten note in the mail today, the words of congratulations carefully penned.
Whatever words of congratulations the Duke passed on were richly deserved.
T-shirts proclaiming them champions of the West were passed out, and players and coaches greeted each other with hugs and words of congratulations as they streamed in.
And then Pendleton wrapped her arm around Meares's waist and said a few more words of congratulations to the new Olympic champion.
MURPHY'S BROTHER DRAFTED Daniel Murphy received some words of congratulations inside the clubhouse as news circulated that his younger brother, Jonathan, had been selected by the Minnesota Twins in the 19th round of baseball's amateur draft.
But Rep. Cantor was gracious in defeat, offering words of congratulation to the victorious Mr. Brat.
The most boisterous moment arrived when Brady walked in and and shouted across a few short words of congratulation to Malcolm Butler, whose interception had sealed the win.
Mr Trump's words of congratulation for Mr Cruz, who secured 28 points compared to his 24, were in stark contrast to the attacks and insults he has been leveling at the Texas senator in recent weeks.
Finally a word of congratulations to Johnny McCarthy who, despite a week of appalling publicity, became NI21's one and only councillor.
Finally, a word of congratulations to the skipper Chris Read on being heralded as one of Wisden's Cricketers of the Year, a truly well-merited award for an outstanding competitor who continues to weigh in with both bat and gloves.
