Meaning
A greeting used to congratulate someone on their birthday.
Cultural Background
Birthdays are often celebrated with 'Las Mañanitas', a traditional song sung early in the morning. It is common to give 'dos besos' (two kisses) when greeting someone on their birthday. Birthdays are often called 'cumple' for short in casual settings. Birthday parties often involve a 'piñata' for children and a big family meal for adults.
Shorten it
Use '¡Feliz cumple!' with close friends to sound more natural.
Don't drop the 's'
Always keep the 's' at the end of 'cumpleaños'.
Meaning
A greeting used to congratulate someone on their birthday.
Shorten it
Use '¡Feliz cumple!' with close friends to sound more natural.
Don't drop the 's'
Always keep the 's' at the end of 'cumpleaños'.
Test Yourself
Complete the phrase.
¡Feliz ___________!
The noun is always 'cumpleaños' with an 's'.
Which is the correct way to say Happy Birthday?
Choose the correct option.
This is the standard, idiomatic expression.
🎉 Score: /2
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
2 exercises¡Feliz ___________!
The noun is always 'cumpleaños' with an 's'.
Choose the correct option.
This is the standard, idiomatic expression.
🎉 Score: /2
Frequently Asked Questions
2 questionsIt is always 'Feliz cumpleaños'. The adjective 'feliz' does not change to match the plural-looking noun.
No, use '¡Felicidades!' or '¡Enhorabuena!' for weddings.
Related Phrases
¡Felicidades!
synonymCongratulations
Que cumplas muchos más
builds onMay you complete many more
¡Feliz cumple!
specialized formHappy birthday (short)
