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How to Say "Happy anniversary" in Dutch

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
gelukkige verjaardag
"Happy anniversary" in Dutch 路 say it like heh-luk-ki-guh vehr-yar-dahg

The most natural way to say "Happy anniversary" in Dutch is gelukkige verjaardag. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.

Other ways to say it

fijne verjaardag
more casual and commonly used among friends
gelukkige huwelijksverjaardag
specifically for wedding anniversaries

When to use it

You can use this phrase to congratulate someone on their anniversary. It is appropriate for both personal and formal situations. It can be used in cards, messages, or in person.

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Examples in Dutch

DutchEnglish
Gelukkige verjaardag! Ik hoop dat je een geweldige dag hebt.Happy anniversary! I hope you have a wonderful day.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'verjaardag' (birthday) with 'jubileum' (anniversary), so be sure to use the correct term.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

Is er een speciale manier om een huwelijksverjaardag te vieren?

Ja, veel mensen organiseren een feest of geven een cadeau aan hun partner.

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