What does it mean word for word?
maligayang comes from the word maligaya, which means "happy" or "joyful". The suffix -ng is a linker used to connect this adjective to the noun anibersaryo.
Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?
In formal situations, you can say Maligayang Anibersaryo po! For a formal way to address a couple, you can say Maligayang Anibersaryo sa iyo at sa iyong kabiyak!, which means "Happy Anniversary to you and your partner!" In informal or casual settings, many Tagalog speakers will simply use the English phrase "Happy Anniversary!" instead of the Tagalog translation. Another jovial and celebratory greeting for an informal setting is Congratulations at Maligayang Anibersaryo!
How does it change in a sentence?
To address a couple, use Maligayang Anibersaryo sa inyo! To address a single person, whether male or female, use Maligayang Anibersaryo sa iyo!
Did you know?
- In the phrase Maligayang Anibersaryo sa iyong kabiyak, the word kabiyak literally means 'other half' or 'split part'.
- In the Philippines, it is common to celebrate 'monthsaries', using a blend of the English 'month' and 'anniversary' to mark monthly milestones.
- The root of anibersaryo traces back to the Latin words 'annus' for 'year' and 'versus' for 'turned', literally meaning a year has turned.
Examples in context
- Maligayang anibersaryo sa inyong dalawa!Happy anniversary to the two of you!
Example conversation
Jose greets Angela on their wedding anniversary.
- JoseMaligayang anibersaryo, Angela!Happy anniversary, Angela!
- AngelaSalamat, Jose! Maligayang anibersaryo rin sa atin.Thank you, Jose! Happy anniversary to us too.
- JoseMahal kita.I love you.
- AngelaMahal din kita.I love you too.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries anibersaryo, CC BY-SA 4.0.
