Portuguese for Kids

How to Say "Happy birthday" in Portuguese

Celebrate friends and family from around the world by wishing them a happy birthday in their language.

In Portuguese (Português)

Feliz aniversário

Pronounced: feh-LEES ah-nee-vehr-SAH-ree-oo

How to use this phrase

  • Greet a friend: Try saying "Feliz aniversário" the next time you meet someone who speaks Portuguese.
  • Practice with family: Use it during dinner or while watching a Portuguese cartoon together.
  • Be respectful: Speaking even a few words in someone's language shows you care about their culture.
  • Have fun: Don't worry about being perfect — every native speaker started where you are now.

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