Feliz Día de la Independencia
formal, Mexico
In Mexico people say Feliz Día de la Independencia for Independence Day on September 16. On the night before, crowds shout ¡Viva México! during the Grito.
Meaning: greeting for Mexican Independence Day (phrase)
Ways to say it
| Mexican | Note |
|---|---|
| Feliz Día de la Independencia | formal, Mexico |
| ¡Viva México! | patriotic, Mexico |
Feliz Día de la Independencia is the written greeting. In speech many people simply shout ¡Viva México! or say Feliz 16 de septiembre.
Which one should you use?
Independence is celebrated on September 16 and not on May 5. The fifth of May recalls the Battle of Puebla.
When do people say it?
On the night of September 15 the president rings a bell and gives the Grito de Dolores in the Zócalo of Mexico City, and crowds across the country repeat ¡Viva México!
Did you know?
- The Grito recalls the call to arms made by the priest Miguel Hidalgo in the town of Dolores in 1810.
Examples in context
- ¡Viva México!Long live Mexico!
- Feliz 16 de septiembre a toda la familia.Happy September 16 to the whole family.
Example conversation
A family gathers for dinner in Oaxaca on September 15.
- PapáYa casi es el Grito. ¿Todos listos?The Grito is almost here. Is everyone ready?
- SofíaSí, papá. ¡Viva México!Yes, dad. Long live Mexico!
- MamáFeliz Día de la Independencia.Happy Independence Day.
