Meaning
A greeting used to congratulate someone on their birthday.
Cultural Background
Birthdays are often celebrated with seaweed soup (miyeok-guk).
Politeness
Always use '해요' if you are unsure.
Meaning
A greeting used to congratulate someone on their birthday.
Politeness
Always use '해요' if you are unsure.
Test Yourself
Which is the most polite way to say happy birthday?
Which phrase is correct?
It uses the polite '해요' ending.
🎉 Score: /1
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesWhich phrase is correct?
It uses the polite '해요' ending.
🎉 Score: /1
Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsYes, it is generally polite.
Related Phrases
생신 축하드립니다
specialized formHappy birthday (honorific)