feliz aniversario de trabajo
/feliθ anibeɾsaɾjo de tɾabaxo/from spelling rules
The English phrase 'happy work anniversary' is translated into Spanish as feliz aniversario de trabajo.
This phrase is a greeting used to congratulate someone on the date they started their current job.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of feliz (happy), aniversario (anniversary), de (of) and trabajo (work).
Which one should you use?
While feliz aniversario de trabajo is a standard way to say it, you can also use feliz aniversario laboral. Using the adjective laboral instead of the noun phrase de trabajo is a common and slightly more professional way to express the same sentiment.
How do you pronounce it?
/feliθ anibeɾsaɾjo de tɾabaxo/
Did you know?
- While English uses 'anniversary' for both weddings and jobs, Spanish speakers sometimes use aniversario to refer to the date of a person's death, making context essential in a professional setting.
- In many Spanish-speaking professional environments, a work anniversary is celebrated with a merienda, a light afternoon snack or meal shared with colleagues.
- The word laboral in feliz aniversario laboral is derived from the Latin labor, which originally referred to hardship and toil rather than just a professional career.
Examples in context
- Querido Juan, ¡Feliz Aniversario de Trabajo! Tus logros y dedicación a lo largo de este año han sido impresionantes. ¡Sigue así y mucho éxito en el futuro!Dear Juan, Happy Work Anniversary! Your achievements and dedication throughout this year have been impressive. Keep it up, and best of luck in the future!
- Quisiera aprovechar esta ocasión para agradecerte por tu arduo trabajo y compromiso en nuestra empresa. Feliz Aniversario de Trabajo, y que sigas cosechando éxitos en tu carrera.I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for your hard work and commitment to our company. Happy Work Anniversary, and may you continue to achieve success in your career.
- ¡Feliz Aniversario de Trabajo! Tu pasión y dedicación son una inspiración para todo el equipo. Nos has demostrado que con perseverancia y determinación, se pueden alcanzar grandes metas. ¡Sigue brillando!Happy Work Anniversary! Your passion and dedication are an inspiration to the entire team. You have shown us that with perseverance and determination, great goals can be achieved. Keep shining!
- Te deseo un feliz aniversario de trabajo.I wish you a happy work anniversary.
- ¡Muchas felicidades y feliz aniversario de trabajo!Many congratulations and happy work anniversary!
Example conversation
Alejandro congratulates María in the office during a coffee break.
- Alejandro¡Feliz aniversario de trabajo, María!Happy work anniversary, María!
- María¡Muchas gracias, Alejandro!Thank you so much, Alejandro!
- AlejandroParece que fue ayer cuando empezaste.It seems like it was yesterday when you started.
- María¡Sí, el tiempo pasa muy rápido!Yes, time flies very fast!
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
