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How to Say "Happy birthday" in Khmer

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
សូមអបអរសាទរថ្ងៃកំណើត
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The most natural way to say "Happy birthday" in Khmer is សូមអបអរសាទរថ្ងៃកំណើត. 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

សូមអបអរសាទរ
a more casual way to say it, suitable for friends
អបអរសាទរ
informal and can be used among close friends

When to use it

You can use this phrase when someone is celebrating their birthday. It is appropriate for both formal and informal settings. You can say it in person, on a card, or in a message. It's a kind gesture to show you care.

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Examples in Khmer

KhmerEnglish
សូមអបអរសាទរថ្ងៃកំណើតដល់អ្នក!Happy birthday to you!
Common mistake
Some learners forget to use the correct tone, which can change the meaning.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear សូមអបអរសាទរថ្ងៃកំណើត, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Khmer with a coach that corrects your pronunciation in real time. You can start with two free conversations.

Frequently asked questions

Can I use this phrase for anyone?

Yes, it is suitable for friends, family, and colleagues.

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