Meaning of Happy birthday
A common expression to celebrate someone's birthday.
In simple words: A phrase used to wish someone joy on their birthday.
Happy birthday in a sentence
- We all sang 'Happy Birthday' to her.
- He sent me a lovely 'Happy Birthday' card.
- When is your 'Happy Birthday' party?
How to use Happy birthday
Commonly used in birthday celebrations. Appropriate in friendly and family contexts; can be used formally in cards.
Grammar pattern
standalone greeting
Memory hint
Think of a party with balloons and cake, celebrating a year's happiness.
Related words
Collocations with Happy birthday
- sing happy birthday
- send happy birthday wishes
- happy birthday song
Synonyms for Happy birthday
- birthday greetings
- happy returns
- birthday wishes
Opposites of Happy birthday
- unhappy birthday
- sad birthday
Common mistakes with Happy birthday
- Using 'happy birthday' in a sad or negative context.
- Incorrectly spelling 'birthday' as 'birth day'.
Happy birthday appears in
Happy birthday in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
عيد ميلاد سعيد
عبارة تُستخدم لتمني السعادة لشخص ما في عيد ميلاده.
- Bengaliবাংলা
শুভ জন্মদিন
জন্মদিনে কারো আনন্দ কামনা করার জন্য ব্যবহৃত একটি শব্দগুচ্ছ।
- GermanDeutsch
Happy birthday
Ein Satz, um jemandem Freude zum Geburtstag zu wünschen.
- SpanishEspañol
Feliz cumpleaños
Una frase que se usa para desearle alegría a alguien en su cumpleaños.
- Persianفارسی
تولدت مبارک
عبارتی که برای آرزوی شادی در روز تولد کسی استفاده میشود.
- FrenchFrançais
Joyeux anniversaire
Une phrase pour souhaiter une bonne journée d'anniversaire à quelqu'un.
- Hindiहिन्दी
जन्मदिन मुबारक
जन्मदिन पर किसी को खुशी की शुभकामना देने के लिए इस्तेमाल किया जाने वाला एक वाक्यांश।
- ItalianItaliano
Buon compleanno
Una frase usata per augurare gioia a qualcuno nel suo compleanno.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Feliz aniversário
Uma frase usada para desejar alegria a alguém no seu aniversário.
- RussianРусский
С днём рождения
Фраза, используемая для пожелания радости кому-либо в его день рождения.
- Urduاردو
سالگرہ مبارک
سالگرہ پر کسی کے لیے خوشی کی دعا کرنے کے لیے استعمال کیا جانے والا جملہ۔
- Chinese中文
生日快乐
一句用来祝某人生日快乐的话。
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Frequently asked questions about Happy birthday
What does Happy birthday mean?
A phrase used to wish someone joy on their birthday.
What is the definition of Happy birthday?
A common expression to celebrate someone's birthday.
How do you use Happy birthday in a sentence?
We all sang 'Happy Birthday' to her.
Can you give another example of Happy birthday?
He sent me a lovely 'Happy Birthday' card.
What are synonyms for Happy birthday?
Common alternatives include birthday greetings, happy returns, birthday wishes.
What is the opposite of Happy birthday?
Opposite meanings include unhappy birthday, sad birthday.
What words go with Happy birthday?
It commonly pairs with sing happy birthday, send happy birthday wishes, happy birthday song.
What are common mistakes when using Happy birthday?
Using 'happy birthday' in a sad or negative context. Incorrectly spelling 'birthday' as 'birth day'.
How do you pronounce Happy birthday?
US: //ˈhæpi ˈbɜrθdeɪ//, UK: //ˈhæpi ˈbɜːrθdeɪ//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Happy birthday?
Commonly used in birthday celebrations. Appropriate in friendly and family contexts; can be used formally in cards.




