How to Say “Happy Sunday” in Latin

By Laura Meredith • Updated October 4, 2026

Felix dies Solis

Felix dies Solis is the Latin way to say happy Sunday.

This phrase is used as a greeting to wish someone a pleasant Sunday.

What does it mean word for word?

The phrase is composed of Felix (happy or lucky), dies (day) and Solis (of the Sun).

How does it change in a sentence?

The word Solis is in the genitive case, meaning of the Sun, which is the way the day is named in Latin.

Did you know?

The word Felix comes from a root meaning 'to suckle', describing the contentment of a nursing animal.

Examples in context

Felix dies Solis, amice.
Happy Sunday, friend.
Vobis omnibus Felix dies Solis.
Happy Sunday to you all.

Example conversation

Lucia and Lucius meet at a market on Sunday morning.

Lucia

Salve, Luci! Felix dies Solis.
Hello, Lucius! Happy Sunday.
Lucius

Salve, Lucia! Gratias tibi.
Hello, Lucia! Thank you.
Lucia

Quid agis hodie?
What are you doing today?
Lucius

Ego otium habeo.
I have some leisure time.

Sources

Word origins: Wiktionary entries Felix, dies, felix, CC BY-SA 4.0.

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About The Author

Laura Meredith

Salve! I'm Laura, with a deep love for the Latin language. When I'm not writing comprehensive guides to saying 'hero' or 'win' in Latin, you might find me reading ancient literature or sipping red wine. I find joy in decoding tongues of the past—every word a piece of an ancient puzzle. Some days, you'll catch me playing tennis; other days, lost in the folklore of 'witch' and 'vanish.' I believe in wielding words to bind us back to our intrinsic human connection.

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