Co-latha-breith sona dhut
to one person
Happy birthday in Scottish Gaelic is Co-latha-breith sona dhut. For several people or a formal setting, say Co-latha-breith sona dhuibh.
Meaning: birthday greeting (phrase)
Ways to say it
| Gaelic | Note |
|---|---|
| Co-latha-breith sona dhut | to one person |
| Co-latha-breith sona dhuibh | to several people |
You can add a name before the wish, such as A Chaluim, co-latha-breith sona dhut.
How does it change in a sentence?
Co-latha-breith means "birthday", sona means "happy" and dhut means "to you".
Did you know?
- In Scottish Gaelic the word sona means "happy" and also appears in other greetings.
Examples in context
- Co-latha-breith sona dhut!Happy birthday to you!
- Co-latha-breith sona dhuibh uile!Happy birthday to you all!
Example conversation
Seonaid greets her friend Calum at his party in Oban.
- SeonaidCo-latha-breith sona dhut, a Chaluim!Happy birthday, Calum!
- CalumTapadh leat, a Sheonaid.Thank you, Seonaid.
- SeonaidTha cèic agad?Do you have a cake?
