Bòn fèt, cheri m
affectionate, Haitian Creole
In Haitian Creole you can say Bòn fèt, cheri m, which is "happy birthday, my dear". Bòn fèt, bebe uses the word bebe directly. It is also called Bon anivèsè.
Meaning: birthday wish for a loved one (phrase)
Ways to say it
| Creole | Note |
|---|---|
| Bòn fèt, cheri m | affectionate, Haitian Creole |
| Bon anivèsè | neutral |
| Bòn fèt, bebe | affectionate |
Bòn fèt is the usual birthday wish, and cheri m (my darling) is the most common endearment for a partner. Bon anivèsè is another way to say happy birthday.
Which one should you use?
Bòn fèt also works for other celebrations and holidays, while anivèsè is specifically an anniversary or birthday.
Did you know?
- The word cheri comes from French chéri and is used between couples and also for children in Haitian Creole.
Examples in context
- Bòn fèt, cheri m. Mwen renmen w.Happy birthday, my dear. I love you.
- Bòn fèt, bebe!Happy birthday, baby!
- Bon anivèsè, cheri.Happy birthday, darling.
Example conversation
Daniel surprises his girlfriend Fabienne on her birthday morning.
- DanielBòn fèt, cheri m!Happy birthday, my dear!
- FabienneOu chonje!You remembered!
- DanielMwen pa janm bliye jou sa a.I never forget this day.
