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Is it correct to say "I wish you happy"? Shouldn't it be "I wish you joy"?
Feb 7, 2021 5:23 PM
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Motahareh, the phrase "I wish you happy" is incorrect and ungrammatical, but a few similar phrases are fine. Moreover, saying "I wish you joy" is fine too.
Alternatively, you could try saying one of the following:
1. I wish you happiness.
2. I wish you much happiness.
3. I hope that you'll be happy.
February 8, 2021
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Yes the first one is incorrect, happy is a verb, you need to use the noun here which is happiness.
I wish you happiness
February 7, 2021
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February 8, 2021
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You can say : I wish you all the best
February 7, 2021
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Remember the Whitney Houston song from the movie "The Bodyguard". The words " I wish you joy and happiness...
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