What is feliz aniversario?

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"Feliz Aniversário" is a Portuguese phrase used to wish someone a happy birthday. It translates directly to "Happy Anniversary" in English, but in the context of birthdays, it means "Happy Birthday."

  • Meaning: The phrase itself simply means "Happy Birthday". Learn more about the general meaning of feliz which translates to "happy" or "fortunate".

  • Language: It is primarily used in Brazilian Portuguese and Portuguese-speaking countries such as Portugal, Brazil, Angola, Mozambique, and others.

  • Usage: It is commonly said or written on birthday cards, during birthday celebrations, and in general birthday greetings. You can add the person's name after the phrase: "Feliz Aniversário, [Name]!"

  • Traditions: Similar to "Happy Birthday" in English-speaking cultures, people often sing a birthday song after saying "Feliz Aniversário". There is a specific birthday song in Portuguese. Check it's meaning in the Portuguese%20birthday%20song.

  • Variations: While "Feliz Aniversário" is the most common phrase, other phrases like "Parabéns" (Congratulations) are also often used to express birthday wishes in Portuguese-speaking countries, sometimes used in combination with "Feliz Aniversário". Read more about different birthday%20wishes in Portuguese.