vse najboljše za rojstni dan
To say happy birthday in Slovenian, use vse najboljše za rojstni dan.
The phrase vse najboljše za rojstni dan is the standard and most common way to wish someone a happy birthday in Slovenian. You can also use the shorter phrase vse najboljše as a common shorthand for both 'happy birthday' and 'all the best'.
Meaning: good wishes for a birthday (intj)
Which one should you use?
While vse najboljše za rojstni dan is the standard full expression, you can use the shorter vse najboljše for a more concise way to say 'all the best' or 'happy birthday'. Additionally, Vse dobro za rojstni dan! serves as an informal way to say 'All the best for your birthday!'
How does it change in a sentence?
The shorter phrase vse najboljše can be used on its own as a shorthand for 'happy birthday' or 'all the best'.
Did you know?
- The phrase vse najboljše is so versatile that Slovenians use it not just for birthdays but also as a general 'get well soon' wish for someone who is sick.
- The word najboljše is the superlative form of 'good'. While English says 'happy' birthday, Slovenians literally wish you 'all the best' of everything.
- The word rojstni in the phrase comes from the verb rojati, which means 'to give birth'.
Examples in context
- Vse najboljše!All the best!
- Vse najboljše za rojstni dan!Happy birthday!
- Želim ti vse najboljše za rojstni dan.I wish you a happy birthday.
- Vse najboljše za rojstni dan, dragi brate.Happy birthday, dear brother.
Example conversation
Rok gives a gift to Ana.
- RokVse najboljše za rojstni dan, Ana!Happy birthday, Ana!
- AnaHvala, Rok!Thank you, Rok!
- RokTukaj je tvoj darilo.Here is your gift.
- AnaTi hvala za presenečenje.Thank you for the surprise.