Engagement Card Messages: What to Write in an Engagement Card

Engagement card messages do not need to be long. A few warm sentences that congratulate the couple, say something kind about them and wish them well for the wedding are all a card needs. Many couples keep their engagement cards with their wedding keepsakes, so a personal note will be read more than once.

Below you will find engagement wishes for the couple, a friend, a sister or brother, a son or daughter, a future in-law and a coworker. There are also short, funny and religious wishes, Bible verses, a few classic quotes and messages for an engagement party card.

Article contents

• How to Write an Engagement Card
• Short Engagement Wishes
• Congratulations on Your Engagement: Messages for the Couple
• Engagement Wishes for a Friend
• Engagement Wishes for a Sister or Brother
• Engagement Messages for a Son or Daughter From Parents
• Welcome to the Family Messages for a Future In-Law
• Engagement Wishes for a Coworker
• Funny Engagement Wishes
• Engagement Party Card Messages
• Religious Engagement Wishes and Bible Verses
• Engagement Quotes for Cards
• Frequently Asked Questions

How to Write an Engagement Card

If you are not sure what to write in an engagement card, these four steps make it simple.

1. Address both people by name. Write to the couple, even if you know one of them much better than the other.
2. Say congratulations. "Congratulations on your engagement" is always a good way to open the card.
3. Add one personal line. Mention how they met, something you have noticed about them together or a quality you admire in the person they chose.
4. Wish them well and sign off. Wish them a happy engagement and a happy marriage, then close with "Love" or "Best wishes" and your name.

Here is an example that uses these steps: "Dear Priya and Sam, congratulations on your engagement! Anyone who has seen you two together knew this day was coming. We are so happy for you and cannot wait to celebrate. Love, Megan and Chris"

Short Engagement Wishes

Short engagement wishes fit a group card or a gift tag, or they can open a longer note.

• Congratulations on your engagement!
• So happy for you both. Congratulations!
• Best wishes on your engagement and the wedding ahead.
• Wishing you both a lifetime of happiness together.
• Congratulations to a perfect match.
• Cheers to the happy couple!
• What wonderful news. Congratulations to you both.
• Here is to love, laughter and a happy engagement.
• Congratulations! We cannot wait for the wedding.
• Wishing you a happy engagement and an even happier marriage.
• So thrilled for you two. Congratulations!
• Love looks good on you both. Congratulations!

Congratulations on Your Engagement: Messages for the Couple

These engagement congratulations messages work for almost any couple. The last two are more formal and suit a couple you do not know well.

• Congratulations on your engagement! Wishing you both a lifetime of love, laughter and happiness together.
• We were so happy to hear your news. Congratulations to two people who are clearly meant for each other.
• It has been wonderful to watch your love grow. We are so happy for you both and cannot wait for the wedding.
• Congratulations! You two bring out the best in each other, and it shows.
• Wishing you both a joyful engagement, a beautiful wedding and many happy years together.
• Your news made our whole week. Congratulations on your engagement.
• Best wishes to you both as you start planning your life together. Congratulations!
• Warmest congratulations on your engagement. Wishing you every happiness in the years ahead.
• Congratulations on your engagement. Please accept our very best wishes for your future together.

Engagement Wishes for a Friend

A friend's engagement card can be a little more personal. Use their partner's name and mention something only the two of you would know.

• I knew from the start that Sam was the one for you. Congratulations!
• You deserve all the happiness in the world, and it looks like you found it. Congratulations.
• Congratulations! I have never seen you happier, and it is wonderful to see.
• I am so excited for you. Let me know how I can help with the planning.
• Seeing you two together makes me smile every time. I am so happy for you both.
• You have been there for every big moment in my life, and I am so glad to be here for this one. Congratulations.
• We spent years talking about the future over coffee, and now yours is here. I am so happy for you both.
• My best friend is getting married, and I could not be happier. Congratulations to you both.

Engagement Wishes for a Sister or Brother

Engagement wishes for a sibling can be warm, a little teasing or both. Many people use the card to welcome the new brother-in-law or sister-in-law too.

For a Sister

• Congratulations, sis! I am so happy for you, and so glad to be getting a new brother.
• Watching my little sister find her person has been one of the best things I have ever seen. Congratulations.
• You have always known what you wanted, and you found someone who deserves you. Congratulations, sister.
• Congratulations to my sister and my future brother-in-law. Our family just got bigger and better.
• We have shared so much over the years, and now I get to share in this joy too. I love you and I am so happy for you.

For a Brother

• Congratulations, big brother. I am so happy for you, and glad to be getting a new sister.
• You finally found someone who laughs at your jokes. Congratulations, little brother.
• Congratulations to my brother and the newest member of our family. Welcome, Jess!
• I am so proud of the man you have become, and so happy you found Jess. Congratulations.
• Mom and Dad raised you well, and Jess clearly agrees. Congratulations, brother.

Engagement Messages for a Son or Daughter From Parents

A card from parents is often the one a couple keeps the longest. These engagement wishes for a son or daughter let your child know how proud you are and welcome their partner at the same time.

For a Daughter

• Congratulations, sweetheart. We are so happy you found each other.
• Watching you find your person has been one of the great joys of our lives. We love you both.
• We have wished for your happiness since the day you were born. Seeing you this happy means the world to us.
• You chose a wonderful partner, and we could not be prouder of you. Congratulations, darling.
• Congratulations to our daughter and the person who makes her smile every day. We love you both.

For a Son

• Congratulations, son. We are so happy for you both, and so proud of the man you have become.
• You have found someone who brings out the best in you. We could not be happier. Congratulations.
• We love seeing how happy Emily makes you. Welcome to the family, Emily, and congratulations to you both.
• Congratulations to our son and his wonderful fiancée. We cannot wait to celebrate with you.
• We have watched you grow into a kind and loving man, and Emily is lucky to have you. Congratulations.

Welcome to the Family Messages for a Future In-Law

If you are writing to the person joining your family, a simple welcome means a lot. These messages work from parents, siblings or grandparents.

• Welcome to the family! We are so happy Sam found you.
• Congratulations on your engagement. We have loved getting to know you and look forward to many more family dinners together.
• You make our son so happy, and that makes us happy too. Welcome to the family.
• We could not have picked a better match for our daughter. Congratulations, and welcome.
• Welcome to our slightly crazy family. We promise the holidays are worth it.
• We are so glad you said yes. Welcome to the family, and congratulations to you both.
• I am so happy to be gaining a new sister. Welcome to the family.

Engagement Wishes for a Coworker

For a coworker, keep the message friendly and simple. These also work well in a group card from the team.

• Congratulations on your engagement! Wishing you both every happiness.
• Best wishes to you and your fiancé. Enjoy every minute of this exciting time.
• Congratulations on the wonderful news. We are all so happy for you.
• Wishing you a happy engagement and a smooth time planning the wedding.
• Congratulations from all of us on the team. Here is to the happy couple!
• Congratulations! You have a lot of planning ahead, and we are cheering you on.
• Warm congratulations on your engagement. Wishing you a wonderful year ahead.

Funny Engagement Wishes

Save these for a couple you know well. A funny line works best when you add a sincere congratulations after it.

• Congratulations! Now the hard part begins: choosing a caterer.
• Congratulations on finding someone who laughs at your jokes.
• Congratulations. I am already practicing my dance moves.
• Let the Pinterest boards begin. Congratulations!
• Finally! We had a bet going, and I won. Congratulations!
• Congratulations! Please remember that I am an excellent cake taster.
• Congratulations! May you always agree on the thermostat setting.
• Congratulations on finding the person who will help you look for your keys for the rest of your life.

Engagement Party Card Messages

An engagement party card can thank the hosts for including you and congratulate the couple at the same time. If you bring a gift, a short note in the card is plenty.

• Thank you for letting us celebrate with you tonight. Congratulations!
• What a night to celebrate you both. Wishing you all the happiness in the world.
• So glad to be here to celebrate your engagement. Congratulations to you both.
• Here is to the two of you and the life you are building together.
• Congratulations on your engagement. We hope tonight is the first of many happy celebrations.
• Thank you for including us in such a happy evening. Wishing you a wonderful engagement.
• Please enjoy this small gift as you start your life together. Congratulations!

Religious Engagement Wishes and Bible Verses

For a couple who shares your faith, a short blessing or a Bible verse is a meaningful addition to an engagement card.

Christian Engagement Wishes

• Congratulations on your engagement. May God bless your love and your future together.
• We are praying for you both as you prepare for marriage.
• We thank God for bringing you together. Congratulations!
• May the Lord guide you as you plan your wedding and build your life together.
• May your marriage be built on faith, love and a shared trust in God.
• Congratulations! It is a joy to see God at work in your love for each other.
• We are praying that God blesses your home, your marriage and every year ahead of you.

Bible Verses for an Engagement Card

These Bible verses are from the New International Version (NIV). Write one above your own message, or add a line such as "Praying this for you both" below it.

• "Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud." (1 Corinthians 13:4)
• "It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres." (1 Corinthians 13:7)
• "And over all these virtues put on love, which binds them all together in perfect unity." (Colossians 3:14)
• "Though one may be overpowered, two can defend themselves. A cord of three strands is not quickly broken." (Ecclesiastes 4:12)
• "He who finds a wife finds what is good and receives favor from the LORD." (Proverbs 18:22)
• "We love because he first loved us." (1 John 4:19)
• "Do everything in love." (1 Corinthians 16:14)
• "The LORD bless you and keep you; the LORD make his face shine on you and be gracious to you; the LORD turn his face toward you and give you peace." (Numbers 6:24-26)

Engagement Quotes for Cards

These engagement quotes come from classic books and poems. Write one at the top of the card, then add your own congratulations underneath.

• "My bounty is as boundless as the sea, / My love as deep; the more I give to thee, / The more I have, for both are infinite." William Shakespeare, Romeo and Juliet
• "Grow old along with me! / The best is yet to be" Robert Browning, "Rabbi Ben Ezra"
• "If I loved you less, I might be able to talk about it more." Jane Austen, Emma
• "I am the happiest creature in the world. Perhaps other people have said so before, but no one with such justice." Jane Austen, Pride and Prejudice

Frequently Asked Questions

What do you write in an engagement card?

Congratulate the couple by name, add one kind line about them as a pair and wish them well for the wedding and the marriage. Three or four sentences is plenty. Sign off with "Love" or "Best wishes" and your name.

Do you say congratulations or best wishes for an engagement?

Either is fine today, and "Congratulations on your engagement" is the most common choice. Older etiquette said to offer congratulations to the groom and best wishes to the bride. Our guide to the tradition of best wishes at weddings explains where that rule came from.

Do I need to give a gift with an engagement card?

A gift is not expected. A card on its own is a thoughtful way to share in the good news. If you attend an engagement party, a small gift is a nice gesture but still optional.

How should I sign an engagement card?

"Love," "With love," "Best wishes" and "Warmly" all work well. For a coworker, "Best wishes" or "Congratulations again" is a safe choice. See more ideas in our guide to how to sign a card.

When the wedding comes, our wedding card wishes have messages for the big day, and our bridal shower card messages cover the shower. For other happy news, see our congratulations card messages.

For the card itself, the Butterfly Garden cards are blank inside and out, so they suit an engagement or any other occasion. For a Christian couple, the Christian Cross greeting cards pair well with a verse from the list above. Each set includes 12 cards with envelopes, printed on 100% recycled paper.