Geburtstag
birthday
Beginner Noun Masculine
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Pronunciation
/ɡəˈbuːɐ̯t͡s.taːk/
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Cultural Note
In Germany, it is considered bad luck to wish someone 'Happy Birthday' before the actual day. The birthday person traditionally brings cake to share at work or school, rather than receiving treats from others.
📝 Example Sentences
Alles Gute zum Geburtstag!
Happy birthday!
Wann hast du Geburtstag?
When is your birthday?
Zu meinem Geburtstag mache ich eine Party.
For my birthday I'm throwing a party.