Spanish for Kids

How to Say "Happy birthday" in Spanish

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

In Spanish (Español)

Feliz cumpleaños

Pronounced: feh-LEES koom-pleh-AH-nyohs

How to use this phrase

  • Greet a friend: Try saying "Feliz cumpleaños" the next time you meet someone who speaks Spanish.
  • Practice with family: Use it during dinner or while watching a Spanish 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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