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Used to express congratulations for an achievement or event.
문화적 배경
Never congratulate a German on their birthday before the actual day. It is considered a 'Jinx' and many take it quite seriously. While 'Herzlichen Glückwunsch' is used, 'Alles Gute' is often preferred for birthdays as it feels slightly more casual and warm. In a professional setting, a handshake is mandatory when delivering this phrase. It shows respect and genuine acknowledgement of the peer's work.
The Birthday Rule
Never say it early! If you see a friend the day before their birthday, say 'Viel Spaß beim Reinfeiern' (Have fun celebrating into it) instead.
Preposition Mastery
Memorize 'Glückwunsch ZUM' (masc/neut) and 'Glückwunsch ZUR' (fem). It makes you sound instantly more fluent.
뜻
Used to express congratulations for an achievement or event.
The Birthday Rule
Never say it early! If you see a friend the day before their birthday, say 'Viel Spaß beim Reinfeiern' (Have fun celebrating into it) instead.
Preposition Mastery
Memorize 'Glückwunsch ZUM' (masc/neut) and 'Glückwunsch ZUR' (fem). It makes you sound instantly more fluent.
셀프 테스트
Which ending is correct for the adjective?
Herzlich___ Glückwunsch!
It is masculine accusative, so the adjective takes the -en ending.
Complete the birthday wish.
Herzlichen Glückwunsch ______ Geburtstag!
It is 'zu' + 'dem' (masculine dative), which contracts to 'zum'.
Match the event to the correct phrase.
Event: Wedding (Die Hochzeit)
Hochzeit is feminine, so 'zu' + 'der' becomes 'zur'.
What would you say if your friend just passed a hard exam?
Friend: 'Ich habe die Prüfung bestanden!' You: '_______!'
You congratulate someone after they have succeeded.
🎉 점수: /4
시각 학습 자료
When to say Herzlichen Glückwunsch!
Events
- • Geburtstag
- • Hochzeit
- • Prüfung
- • Baby
연습 문제 은행
4 연습 문제Herzlich___ Glückwunsch!
It is masculine accusative, so the adjective takes the -en ending.
Herzlichen Glückwunsch ______ Geburtstag!
It is 'zu' + 'dem' (masculine dative), which contracts to 'zum'.
Event: Wedding (Die Hochzeit)
Hochzeit is feminine, so 'zu' + 'der' becomes 'zur'.
Friend: 'Ich habe die Prüfung bestanden!' You: '_______!'
You congratulate someone after they have succeeded.
🎉 점수: /4
자주 묻는 질문
3 질문Yes, it's very common among friends and sounds perfectly natural.
Yes, 'Herzlichen Glückwunsch zur Hochzeit' is the standard greeting.
Because it's masculine accusative. You are wishing 'a' (einen) heartfelt (herzlichen) wish.
관련 표현
Alles Gute
similarAll the best
Viel Erfolg
contrastMuch success
Gratuliere
synonymCongrats
