Feliz cumpleaños
standard, everyday
In Colombia you say Feliz cumpleaños for happy birthday. Friends often shorten it to Feliz cumple. It is also called Muchas felicidades.
Meaning: birthday wish (phrase)
Ways to say it
| Spanish | Note |
|---|---|
| Feliz cumpleaños | standard, everyday |
| Feliz cumple | casual |
| Muchas felicidades | warm |
Feliz cumpleaños fits everyone. Feliz cumple is friendly and common in messages. You can add the name, as in Feliz cumpleaños, Laura, or Muchas felicidades to wish the person well.
Did you know?
- The word cumpleaños is the same in the singular and the plural.
Examples in context
- ¡Feliz cumpleaños, mamá!Happy birthday, mom!
- Feliz cumple, parce.Happy birthday, buddy.
- Muchas felicidades en tu día.Many congratulations on your day.
Example conversation
The family surprises Luisa with a cake in Medellín.
- Familia¡Feliz cumpleaños, Luisa!Happy birthday, Luisa!
- Luisa¡Qué sorpresa, gracias!What a surprise, thank you!
- PapáPide un deseo y apaga las velas.Make a wish and blow out the candles.
