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Date: October 16, 2022

What To Say When Giving A Gift

Gifts are a great way to express your feelings for someone, be it the special someone in your life, your parents, your friends, or even your colleagues and coworkers. Giving presents to a loved one is a beautiful way to celebrate an occasion or a milestone. They are the highlight of all gatherings, from birthdays to graduation parties and baby showers; gifts steal the limelight on any occasion.

The joy of giving a gift is like no other; however, finding the perfect items to gift to your loved ones can be overwhelming. What's even more overwhelming is figuring out what to say when giving them the present.

Ever been stuck on what to say when giving a gift to a dear one? Fret not; we have compiled a list of things to say when giving your loved ones a gift.

What To Say When Giving a Gift On An Occasion

If you're giving someone a present for a particular occasion, the perfect way to say something is to mention the occasion you are giving it for. For instance, when attending a birthday party, you can simply say "Happy Birthday" when handing out the gift. Similarly, if you're going to an anniversary event, you can say "Happy Anniversary" to the couple it's for.

 

It's the simplest way of telling the lucky person why you're giving them a gift.

What To Say When Giving a Gift Without Any Reason

Sometimes you feel like giving a present without any occasion or reason. This is another way of expressing how much that person means to you; however, it may get awkward to hand the gift to them and not find anything appropriate to say. Here is a list of things you can say when giving someone a gift without any event or occasion.

 

"I saw this, and it made me think of you."

 

"I felt like you deserved a present."

 

"I got something for you, and I really hope you like it."

 

"I thought you might like this, so I bought it for you."

 

"You were in my thoughts today, so I bought this for you to let you know that you are in my heart forever."

 

"Guess what I have for you?"

 

"I felt like buying this for you."

 

"Here's something to brighten your day."

What To Say When Giving A Gift To Someone Formal (a coworker or colleague)

Sometimes you need to give someone a gift not close to you, and it can be difficult to understand what to say in such a situation. If it's an appreciation gift to a business associate, a teacher, a colleague, or a coworker, you can say one of the following when giving them a gift.

 

"I appreciate all you have done for me; here is a little something for you."

 

"I wanted to acknowledge how much you've helped me."

 

"Here is something for you to show how much I appreciate all that you've done for me."

 

"Thank you for all you've done for me; please accept this small token of thanks."

 

"It was all because of your hard work that I've reached this position."

 

If it's for a special occasion or a milestone in their life, you can say one of the following:

 

"Best wishes! I hope you like this present that I got for you."

 

"So happy to hear about your promotion; here is a little present for you."

 

"Congratulations on a well-deserved promotion. I bought something for you to celebrate your success."

 

"On this special day, I wanted to get you something that you might like, and I hope you have a great day and year ahead."

Phrases To Say When Giving A Gift To A Friend

Friends are one of the most important people in our life. They have been with us through thick and thin, and they deserve all the goodness in life. You can give your friends gifts to express what they mean to you. Giving them gifts on their special occasions will not only make them feel special, but they will also understand their importance in your life. Here are some examples of what to say when giving a present to one of your friends at their special event.

On Their Graduation

"Congratulations on your graduation! Here is something for you to celebrate your achievement."

"Best wishes to you! Hope you like the present I got for you on your accomplishment."

 

"Congrats, grad! Welcome to adult life; here is a little something for you to move onto the next stage of life."

 

"Well done, my friend! Hope you like what I got for you."

On Their Wedding

"Many Congratulations to one of the best couples! I hope you both like the present I got for you."

 

"Here is something to celebrate your joyous day."

 

"May your life be filled with joy and happiness on this wonderful day. Here is something I got for you to celebrate this wonderful day."

 

"Here is to starting a new life! Hope you like the gift I got for you."

On Their Baby Shower

"So happy to hear the news! Here is a small gift to help you through parenthood."

 

"Welcome to parenthood! Here is a little something for you and the baby."

 

"A baby is God's special gift. Mine isn't as special, but I hope you like it."

 

"Welcome to the world of dirty diapers and sleepless nights! I bought you something to get through the days."

On Their House-Warming Party

"May your new home be filled with happiness and joy! Here is a small gift to celebrate your new home."

 

"Congratulations on your new home. I bought you something to fill it up with love."

 

"Here's something to brighten your new place! Hope you like it."

 

"Your new home is missing one thing. And I bought it for you! "

Final Word

These phrases will help you avoid situations when you may feel awkward giving a gift to someone. Next time you have an occasion to celebrate or want to give someone a gift, hand them a lovely wrapped present with a big smile, and say any of the suitable phrases above. It will light up their face and make their hearts full of love and care.

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