How to Write Heartfelt Engagement Wishes for Your Nephew

A niece or nephew is one of the few family members we truly get to watch grow up and it makes you realize that all the people who said, "You're growing up so fast" to you when you were a kid weren't exaggerating. So you might feel inclined to write some engagement wishes for your nephew once he's officially an adult and getting married.

Whether you're two peas in a pod or have a more distant relationship, writing the perfect engagement wish to your nephew can feel tricky. You're so happy for him but also feeling a little nostalgic and sentimental about how quickly time flies. You might even feel shocked that your sibling is old enough to have a child who's getting married. It's normal to find yourself staring at a blank card, trying to figure out just how best to sum up your feelings. Don't worry, we've got you covered. From a template to help you start from scratch to sentiments you can copy word for word (including some engagement quotes for a nephew), keep reading for some winning engagement card wishes.

In this article:

• Engagement Card for Your Nephew Template
• Simple Engagement Wishes for Your Nephew
• Funny Engagement Wishes for Your Nephew
• Sentimental Engagement Wishes for Your Nephew

Engagement Card for Your Nephew Template

Expressing your joy and excitement when a loved one gets engaged is easier said than done. You want them to feel your support without going overboard. When writing an engagement card and wedding wishes for your nephew, you can follow these steps for the perfect message. This template will help you craft something in your own words that hits all the major points and accurately captures your best wishes for your nephew's engagement.

• Start by giving a simple "congratulations."
• Express how much you love him and are happy to see him so in love.
• Welcome his partner into the family.
• Share memories from watching him grow up or memories from when you met his now fiancé.
• Share how excited you are for the big wedding day.
• If married or in a long-term relationship, offer some simple words of wisdom or advice.
• Tell them you look forward to celebrating together soon.
• Offer a bit of light-hearted humor to ease wedding planning stress.
• Mention how proud you are of him for taking such a big step toward his future.

Simple Engagement Wishes for Your Nephew

It's okay to want to be simple with your engagement wishes to your nephew. Maybe you're adding one last line to an already-sentimental greeting card or elaborate engagement congratulations gift. Maybe short and sweet is just how your family rolls. No matter what the reason is, a brief congratulatory engagement card message for your nephew can still go a long way.

• I am so proud of you for taking this big step in life and wish you so much happiness and love!
• Cheers to your engagement. I can't wait to celebrate!
• May your lives together be filled with joy, laughter and love.
• I can see how in love you both are and know you will make each other happy for years to come.
• Congratulations, nephew, on your engagement! I'm so happy for you.
• We are so excited to welcome someone new to the family!
• You two are the perfect match.
• I just love how in love you are. Congratulations!
• Sending many happy engagement blessings your way. Congrats, nephew!
• Congratulations to my favorite nephew.
• You're engaged! I'm so happy for you—congratulations!

Funny Engagement Wishes for Your Nephew

Are you the fun aunt or uncle who's always cracking a good joke? Do you and your nephew usually share a couple of laughs at family get-togethers? Feel free to let your goofy personality shine in your nephew's engagement wishes. Keep it light and playful—and don't include any negative jabs at his partner or use jokes that could be taken the wrong way without context. Otherwise, have fun with it!

• My wish for you two is that neither of you ever snores or hogs the blankets.
• Hopefully, your partner doesn't end the engagement when they realize just how kooky our family is!
• You managed to land [him/her/them]? I can't believe it.
• I promise not to embarrass you with my dance moves at the wedding.
• I remember when your parents got married. Promise me you'll pick a better cake flavor than them?
• Congrats on finding someone who gets your inner weirdness.
• You're almost to the finish line. Don't screw this one up now!
• Congrats on your engagement! Now you have a lifetime of arguing about what to have for dinner.
• You're getting married! There's going to be an open bar at the wedding, right?
• Never thought I'd see the day—guess I owe you that $5. Ha! Congrats, nephew!

Sentimental Engagement Wishes for Your Nephew

If you and your nephew share a special bond, reaching this big milestone in his life might have you feeling a little nostalgic and sentimental. After all, you watched him grow up and now you're attending an engagement party. Feel free to get a little mushy and gushy in your engagement messages for your nephew. Don't be afraid to go hard on your love and happiness for him.

• I remember when you were born and now you're engaged! There are tears in my eyes reflecting on all that you've accomplished between then and now.
• It warms my heart to see you so happy and I can't wait to celebrate the love you and your partner share.
• "A successful marriage requires falling in love many times, always with the same person." —Mignon McLaughlin
• I am so proud of you for taking on this huge milestone in life. I know you will make an excellent husband and partner.
• I have watched you grow up and now I get to watch you get married. It's so heartwarming to see you so happy.
• I am so happy to welcome your fiancé into our family. They fit right in and bring so much light into our lives.
• I'm still nostalgic for the days when you were just a little kid. I can't believe you're engaged, but I'm also so happy about it. You deserve all the joy in the world!
• "Where there is love, there is life." —Mahatma Gandhi
• You're the most incredible nephew and you're going to make an even better husband. I'm so excited for you, [nephew's name].
• Marriage is one of the most incredible journeys life has to offer and I'm so thrilled you get to experience it. Cherish each other!

Additional reporting by Shyla Watson