When someone finishes a final exam and is relieved that it’s over, there are several things you can say to make them feel better.
You can offer congratulations on finishing the exam, good luck for the next time around, or simply just ask them how they did.
It is important to be positive and reassuring. You don’t want them to feel like they failed, because this will likely lead to discouragement and doubt.
45 Things to Say Say to Someone After an Exam
Congrats! You can relax and enjoy your free time until next quarter starts.
Relaxation is key after an exam. So, why not rub it in?
Tough, wasn’t it?
There is nothing better than a little good-natured ribbing after an exam.
You should continue your statement by saying: It was tough, wasn’t it? No worrying about it now though, the past is behind us and now the future is wide open.
You can say “congratulations” or “well done”
Congratulate the student on his or her efforts, as well as expressing excitement over the results. You can also offer to check out additional resources that can help him or her improve in that area.
I am sure you worked really hard on this exam!
Continue by saying: I hope you feel relieved now that it’s over and have some time to relax. It’s normal to feel anxious or nervous about a test.
Focusing on your fears can make it harder to concentrate on what you need to learn. Remember, there is no easy way out of being tested!
“Good job! I’m proud of you! You worked really hard, and it paid off.
You can continue by saying: But it’s not over yet – now you get to enjoy the rewards of the hard work. Continue to be your best self and stay on this path of success.
How did it go?
The easiest way to get your message across after an exam is to start the conversation with: “Hey, how did the exam go?” or “Did you find the exam easy/hard? etc. Another way would be to say a simple: “Great job!” if you liked her answer.
You should be pleased with what you’ve done
If someone has done well in an exam I tend to say things like “you must be really pleased with that result” or something along those lines.
If they have not done very well then I would probably be a bit more reserved and make sure that they know that it’s only one test and hopefully there will be another opportunity later on.
The main thing is not to put them down too much as that can be quite damaging for morale, but at the same time, you want to reassure them about the next steps and how important it is to prepare for their next exam.
Congratulations on your exam results!
Continue by saying: You’ve worked so hard to get here, I know the feeling so well. I hope you feel great about this achievement and are excited to see what you can do next.
Congratulations on passing your exam
This is an incredible achievement and it’s a huge milestone. So, don’t forget to celebrate them in whatever you say.
You can continue by saying: Congratulations on your exam! I know how hard you worked, and I am very proud of the way you handled things.
More than anything, be proud of yourself
Continue by saying: You’ve worked hard, and you deserve to be proud of yourself for having the courage to try something new. Take a break and relax, then think about what you should do next.
I’m so proud of you. I know this wasn’t an easy thing for you to do, but you stuck to it and you did it anyway. That’s very inspiring.
You should be okay since you did great
After a test, it’s normal to want some reassurance that you did ok.
If a friend is really upset after taking an exam, it can be helpful to remind them that they’ve done the best they could.
Super proud of your effort
Continue by saying: I’m so proud of you for everything you put into your studies and exams, and I’ve always admired your dedication.
Congrats on finishing your exam! You’re ready for the real world now.
Continue by saying: Congrats on your exam. You made it through a tough time and you’re about to get feedback that will help you grow. Hang in there, we all feel like quitting sometimes!
Congratulations on your exam. You’ve earned it!
Continue by saying: It’s nice to see you took a few minutes to review your exam before heading home. I think you’ll do well on the exam if you keep it up. Well done.
The exam is over, you’ve done your best and it is time to celebrate.
You can say, “Congratulations! You must be really relieved and happy.”
Congrats! I’m so proud of you. You really did great on the exam.
You can say, “I know you worked hard on this. It seems that you studied very well. I’m sure your effort will pay off in the future!”
Hey, how are you? How’d it go?
Congratulations! You nailed it!
Sorry about the exam. I hope you do well next time.
Just in case they did not do well, you can use the above to motivate them to do better next time.
Your exam is over, you did great and can relax now – Congratulations!
You have to let them know that it’s over. You must tell them that they did really well and that you are happy for them. They will surely appreciate it.
You can’t fail! That’s awesome, I’m so proud of you.
Congratulations! I hope you know you deserve it.
Well done! You did it! The exam is over and you’re free
Glad it’s all over
After the exam, you can say something like, “Wow, I’m glad that’s over!” or “Well done!” Just don’t tell them they did so well that they should be an actuary.
With all the hard work, weldone
Passing an exam is certainly a cause for celebration. You have worked hard and deserve an opportunity to sit back and relax. I hope this week is a good one.
Not so bad, eh?
Of course, it shouldn’t be bad. Or should it?
Take a deep breath and relax. You did well and that’s all that matters. Congratulations on your exam!
Now is the time to heave a sigh of relief, innit?
Congrats on your exam. You did great!
You can continue by saying: I’m proud of you for studying so hard and for putting in the effort to do well. With hard work comes success!
It’s a time to celebrate and relax!
Congratulate each other on a job well done, give each other a hug, or crack open some ice-cold milk drinks.
Congrats on your exam! I hope that you are able to use the knowledge gained in your future endeavors.
I know you put your heart into studying and I’m really proud of you.
I’m so proud of you. After all the hard work you put in, achieving your goals feels even better than expected.
After a stressful exam, it is important to congratulate someone for doing their best and putting in the hard work.
Reassure them that you believe they will succeed at whatever they set their minds to. If you’re feeling particularly generous, offer to treat them to dinner or maybe even a pedicure!
You must have studied hard because you have done very well. You must be feeling happy and proud now.
Keep pushing on
Congrats! You studied hard and really did your best. It’s okay to feel disappointed if you didn’t do as well as you hoped, but it’s not the end of the world.
Just try to focus on what you can learn from this experience and how you can improve your study habits for next time.
Congratulations! I am so proud of you.
You should be too. This wasn’t easy, but you did it, and now we can all relax for a little while 🙂
Congrats! That was really well done.
The exam must have seemed easy to you, but it’s hard to tell sometimes until you’re finished. You deserve a reward.
I’m so proud of you. You are smart, funny, and unique; that’s what makes you, you.
I’m so excited for you! I can’t wait to see how you did on the exam.
It’s ok to feel like you have failed a test. But you are a winner
Everyone goes through this.
It’s important to remember that even though it feels that way sometimes when we fail, it can often be because we are pushing ourselves too hard at the wrong times.
Super proud!
You can also say things like: I’m so proud of you for all the hard work you put into your exam! You did such a great job, and I know how much it must mean to you to finally see all that studying pay off.
Challenges are a lee-way to progress
Congratulations on your exam! It’s great to hear you found it challenging since those are the types of problems that make you stronger in the long run.
You worked so hard for this and now you deserve a break.
Congratulations on your exam, you deserved a higher score than this
Everyone is hoping for the highest score possible after passing an exam. You can make this evident in what you say to your friend. Okay?
Hard work is a recipe for success
You can put this together for your friend: “Knowing that you put in the hard work to prepare for and pass the exam is going to be one of your proudest moments. I congratulate you on a job well done!”
Congratulations on your performance on the exam
You can continue by saying: It’s nice to see that you’re working hard and keeping up with the material you’ve been assigned, and we appreciate it!
I can only encourage you, success is nigh!
Anyone who has ever taken an exam can tell you that it’s pretty nerve-wracking.
So, regardless of how your friend did, take this opportunity to share some encouraging words with him/her who just took the exam.
Comfort them in the failure and encourage them to continue considering their options.
Conclusion
These amongst others are many ways to cheer someone up after an exam. In any case, it’s important to recognize the stress, pressure, and anxiety of the time period.
Listen attentively and show that you care about their feelings. Avoid offering solutions or advice because sometimes those who failed just want an opportunity to vent.
Be sure to strike a balance between being supportive and offering guidance.