🇸🇰 Slovak phrases

How to Say "Happy birthday" in Slovak

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Šťastné narodeniny
"Happy birthday" in Slovak · say it like shtyast-neh nah-roh-deh-nee

The most natural way to say "Happy birthday" in Slovak is Šťastné narodeniny. 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

Všetko najlepšie k narodeninám
A more formal way to wish someone well on their birthday.
K narodeninám ti prajem šťastie a zdravie
A longer, more personalized birthday wish.

When to use it

You can use this phrase when you want to wish someone a happy birthday. It is appropriate for friends, family, and colleagues. It can be used in both spoken and written forms, such as in birthday cards or messages.

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Examples in Slovak

SlovakEnglish
Šťastné narodeniny, Janka!Happy birthday, Janka!
Dnes máš narodeniny, prajem ti šťastné narodeniny!Today is your birthday, I wish you a happy birthday!
Common mistake
A common mistake is to forget to use the correct form of the word 'narodeniny' in plural.

The fastest way to remember it

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

Frequently asked questions

Is it appropriate to say this to someone I don't know well?

Yes, it's a friendly and polite way to acknowledge someone's birthday.

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