🇸🇰 Slovak phrases

How to Say "Happy" in Slovak

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
šťastný
"Happy" in Slovak · say it like shtyast-nee

The most natural way to say "Happy" in Slovak is šťastný. 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

šťastná
used when referring to a female
šťastní
used when referring to a group of males or a mixed-gender group

When to use it

You can use 'šťastný' to describe someone who is feeling joyful or content. It can refer to a person's emotional state or be used to describe a happy occasion. It's common in both casual and formal contexts.

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Examples in Slovak

SlovakEnglish
Dnes sa cítim veľmi šťastný.Today I feel very happy.
Ona je šťastná, že sa vrátila domov.She is happy that she returned home.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'šťastný' with 'šťastie', which means happiness as a concept rather than the state of being happy.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

How do I say 'happy birthday' in Slovak?

You say 'šťastné a veselé narodeniny'.

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