Alles Gute zum Muttertag
The English phrase "happy mother's day" is translated into German as Alles Gute zum Muttertag.
This phrase is a greeting used to wish a mother a happy Mother's Day.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase literally translates to "All the best for Mother's Day". The word zum is a contraction of zu (to/for) and dem (the), used here to indicate the occasion being celebrated. The word Muttertag is a compound noun consisting of Mutter (mother) and Tag (day).
Did you know?
- The phrase Alles Gute is a linguistic 'Swiss Army knife' in German, used for birthdays, anniversaries and graduations by simply changing the occasion following zum.
- While Mutter is the standard word in the phrase, some Germans use the more affectionate Mutti when speaking directly to their mother.
- In Germany, Mother's Day is not a public holiday, so businesses remain open and people typically go to work while saying Alles Gute zum Muttertag.
Examples in context
- Alles Gute zum Muttertag!Happy Mother's Day!This sentence is useful for practicing the standard greeting Alles Gute zum Muttertag.Tatoeba #2230218 by Vortarulo, translation #706874 by papabear
- Liebe Mutti, ich wünsche dir einen supertollen Muttertag! Du bist die Beste!Dear mom, I wish you a super awesome Mother's Day! You are the best!
- Liebe Mama, danke, dass du immer für mich da bist. Alles Liebe zum Muttertag!Dear mom, thank you for always being there for me. All the love on Mother's Day!
- Alles Gute zum Muttertag, Mama!Happy Mother's Day, Mom!
- Ich wünsche dir alles Gute zum Muttertag.I wish you a happy Mother's Day.
Example conversation
Julian calls his mother, Hannah, to wish her a happy day.
- JulianHallo Mama, alles Gute zum Muttertag!Hello Mom, happy Mother's Day!
- HannahVielen Dank, Julian! Das ist sehr lieb.Thank you very much, Julian! That is very sweet.
- JulianHast du heute schon etwas Schönes gemacht?Have you done something nice today already?
- HannahJa, ich genieße den Tag in Ruhe.Yes, I am enjoying the day in peace.
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
