Joyeux anniversaire
standard
The standard birthday wish is Joyeux anniversaire and a shorter form is Bon anniversaire. Both are understood everywhere French is spoken.
Meaning: birthday greeting (phrase)
Ways to say it
| French | Note |
|---|---|
| Joyeux anniversaire | standard |
| Bon anniversaire | informal |
Say Joyeux anniversaire to someone you do not know well. With family you can add a name or cher or chère.
How do you pronounce it?
Anniversaire sounds like "ah-nee-vair-SAIR".
Did you know?
- Scott, Louisiana, calls itself the "Boudin Capital of the World" and hosts a boudin festival every year.
Examples in context
- Bon anniversaire, ma chère!Happy birthday, dear!
- Joyeux anniversaire à toi!Happy birthday to you!
Example conversation
Sophie surprises her father Marcel with a cake on his birthday in Scott.
- SophieJoyeux anniversaire, Papa!Happy birthday, Dad!
- MarcelMerci, ma fille.Thank you, my daughter.
- SophieFais un souhait.Make a wish.
