Všetko najlepšie k meninám
Všetko najlepšie k meninám is the Slovak way to say "happy name day".
This phrase is used to wish someone well on their name day, which is the feast day of the saint after whom they are named. It is the standard and most common way to express this sentiment in Slovak.
Did you know?
- In many Slovak calendars, names are listed by date, so you can often know a stranger's name day just by looking at the day's newspaper or a calendar.
- In Slovakia, celebrating a name day can be even more significant than a birthday for many people, especially in older generations.
- If a person has a name that does not appear on the official calendar, they may choose a 'substitute' saint to determine when they receive Všetko najlepšie k meninám.
Examples in context
- Srdečne Vám prajem všetko najlepšie ku meninám!I warmly wish you all the best on your name day!
- Všetko najlepšie k meninám!All the best on your name day!
- Všetko najlepšie k meninám, Peter!Happy name day, Peter!
- Všetko najlepšie k meninám všetkým oslávencom.Happy name day to all the celebrants.
Example conversation
Marek calls Zuzana to congratulate her on her special day.
- MarekAhoj Zuzana, všetko najlepšie k meninám!Hi Zuzana, happy name day!
- ZuzanaĎakujem ti veľmi pekne, Marek.Thank you very much, Marek.
- MarekMáš dnes nejaké plány?Do you have any plans today?
- ZuzanaIdem dnes s kamarátkami na kávu.I am going for coffee with my friends today.
