Joyeux anniversaire !
standard
To a woman say Joyeux anniversaire ! The greeting does not change for her, because anniversaire is masculine and joyeux agrees with that. It is also called Joyeux anniversaire, madame and Bon anniversaire !
Meaning: birthday greeting (phrase)
Ways to say it
| French | Note |
|---|---|
| Joyeux anniversaire ! | standard |
| Joyeux anniversaire, madame | polite |
| Bon anniversaire ! | common |
Add her name, or madame if you are being polite. With vous say Je vous souhaite un joyeux anniversaire.
How does it change in a sentence?
Do not write joyeuse anniversaire.
Did you know?
- A common kids' word for grandmother in French is mamie, and for grandfather papi.
Examples in context
- Joyeux anniversaire, maman !Happy birthday, Mom!
- Bon anniversaire, Hélène !Happy birthday, Hélène!
- Je vous souhaite un joyeux anniversaire, madame.I wish you a happy birthday, madam.
Example conversation
Léo gives a bouquet to his grandmother Hélène for her birthday.
- LéoJoyeux anniversaire, mamie !Happy birthday, Grandma!
- HélèneMerci, mon grand.Thank you, dear.
- LéoCes fleurs sont pour toi.These flowers are for you.
- HélèneElles sont magnifiques.They are lovely.
