How to Say “Happy Birthday My Love” in German

alles Gute zum Geburtstag, mein Schatz
The English phrase "happy birthday my love" is translated into German as alles Gute zum Geburtstag, mein Schatz.
This phrase is a romantic greeting used to wish a partner a happy birthday.

Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?

The use of mein Schatz makes this phrase an informal and intimate greeting. It is suitable only for romantic partners or very close family.

How does it change in a sentence?

While mein Schatz is the standard term of endearment, you can use meine Liebe when speaking to a woman or mein Lieber when speaking to a man to mean "my love".

Did you know?

  • If you say alles Gute zum Geburtstag too early, like before midnight, it is often considered bad luck in Germany.
  • The term Schatz has historical roots in the word for 'cattle', as early Germanic peoples used livestock as a form of portable wealth.
  • The word Schatz literally means 'treasure', but it is the most common way to say 'sweetheart' or 'darling' in Germany.

Examples in context

  • Herzlichen Glückwunsch zum Geburtstag, mein Herz
    Heartfelt congratulations on your birthday, my heart.
  • Ich wünsche dir einen tollen Geburtstag, mein Schatz
    I wish you an amazing birthday, my treasure.
  • Alles Gute zum Geburtstag, meine wundervolle Liebe. Ich bin so dankbar, dass ich dich an meiner Seite habe.
    Happy birthday, my wonderful love. I am so grateful to have you by my side.
  • Herzlichen Glückwunsch zum Geburtstag, mein süßer Schatz. Du bringst so viel Freude in mein Leben und ich kann es kaum erwarten, viele weitere besondere Momente mit dir zu teilen.
    Happy birthday, my sweet treasure. You bring so much joy into my life, and I can't wait to share many more special moments with you.
  • Alles Gute zum Geburtstag, mein Schatz, ich liebe dich.
    Happy birthday, my love, I love you.

Example conversation

Felix surprises Laura with a small gift on her birthday morning.

  1. Felix

    Alles Gute zum Geburtstag, mein Schatz!
    Happy birthday, my love!
  2. Laura

    Danke, Felix! Das ist so lieb von dir.
    Thank you, Felix! That is so sweet of you.
  3. Felix

    Ich habe eine kleine Überraschung für dich.
    I have a little surprise for you.
  4. Laura

    Oh, ich bin so gespannt!
    Oh, I am so excited!

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