Wish you to be happy vs Wish you happiness

Both phrases are correct. However, they have slightly different meanings and contexts. 'Wish you to be happy' is more direct and personal, focusing on the individual's state of being happy. On the other hand, 'Wish you happiness' is more general and abstract, focusing on the concept of happiness in a broader sense.

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Last updated: August 20, 2024

Wish you to be happy

This phrase is correct but less commonly used in modern English. It is more direct and personal, focusing on the individual's state of being happy.

This phrase is used to express a direct wish for someone's happiness. It is a more personal and specific way of conveying good wishes.

Examples:

I wish you to be happy in all aspects of your life.
She wished him to be happy in his new job.
We wish you to be happy together forever.
He wished her to be happy with her decision.
They wished us to be happy in our new home.

Alternatives:

I wish you happiness.
I wish for your happiness.
I hope you are happy.
May you find happiness.
Wishing you joy and happiness.

Wish you happiness

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English. It is more general and abstract, focusing on the concept of happiness in a broader sense.

This phrase is used to express a general wish for someone's well-being and happiness. It is a more abstract and universal way of conveying good wishes.

Examples:

I wish you happiness in all your endeavors.
She wished him happiness in his future endeavors.
We wish you happiness and success in your new venture.
He wished her happiness and fulfillment in her life.
They wished us happiness and prosperity in our future.

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I wish you happiness, ma'am.
I wish you happiness.
We, your old taskmasters, wish you happiness and success.
I also wish you happiness for the future, Mrs Škottová.
Then as a sister, let me wish you happiness in your marriage.
No matter where I am, every day I will wish you happiness.
I wish you happiness, my love
I wish you happiness in your marriage, Cousin Yan.
If anyone should wish you happiness, it should be me, and I do, sincerely.
I wish you happiness back home in Japan.
We wish you happiness... as you take up your new post in the United States.
I wish you happiness.
I wish you happiness, Olenka!
I wish you happiness, my love
I wish you happiness.
We three wise men come from afar to wish you happiness and health
So, once again, allow me to express my heartfelt thanks to you and wish you happiness in your family life, and in your professional life, because I know that you will not be putting your feet up in the future.

Alternatives:

I wish you to be happy.
I wish for your happiness.
I hope you are happy.
May you find happiness.
Wishing you joy and happiness.

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