🇪🇸 Spanish phrases

How to Say "Happy birthday" in Spanish

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Feliz cumpleaños
"Happy birthday" in Spanish · say it like feh-leez koom-pleh-ahn-yohs

The most natural way to say "Happy birthday" in Spanish is Feliz cumpleaños. 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

Feliz cumple
A more casual and informal way to say it
Que cumplas muchos más
A phrase wishing someone many more birthdays, often used in a more heartfelt context

When to use it

Use this phrase to wish someone well on their birthday. It is appropriate for friends, family, and colleagues. You can say it in person, in a card, or in a message.

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Examples in Spanish

SpanishEnglish
¡Feliz cumpleaños! Espero que tengas un gran día.Happy birthday! I hope you have a great day.
Common mistake
Some learners mistakenly say 'feliz cumpleanos' instead of 'feliz cumpleaños', missing the tilde.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

Is it okay to say 'feliz cumple' to someone I don't know well?

Yes, 'feliz cumple' is casual and can be used in informal settings.

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