gefeliciteerd
congratulations, happy birthday
Pronunciation
ɣəˌfeːlisiˈteːrt
Cultural Note
At Dutch birthday parties, you congratulate not just the birthday person but all their relatives: 'Gefeliciteerd met je moeder/broer/vrouw!' (Congratulations with your mother/brother/wife!). This surprises many foreigners but is deeply ingrained in Dutch culture. Everyone in the 'kring' (circle) receives congratulations.
📝 Example Sentences
Gefeliciteerd met je verjaardag!
Happy birthday!
Gefeliciteerd met jullie baby!
Congratulations on your baby!
Gefeliciteerd met je nieuwe baan!
Congratulations on your new job!
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