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How to Say Happy Birthday in Greek – Funny, Cute and More 

Looking for Greek birthday wishes? We’ve compiled a list of how to say Happy Birthday in Greek that is bound to light up anyone’s face with joy on their special day. 

Birthdays are a time to celebrate, reflect, and laugh! So whether you’re giving someone a thoughtful gift or a memorable gift experience, our collection of ways to say happy birthday in Greek is the perfect complement to make them extra happy.

To help you pick, our Birthday wishes are categorized into:

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  • How to say “Happy Birthday” in Greek?
  • Short and Sweet Greek Birthday Wishes
  • Funny Greek Birthday Wishes
  • Romantic Greek Birthday Wishes
  • Heartfelt Greek Birthday Wishes
  • Cute Greek Birthday Wishes
  • Conclusion

How to say “Happy Birthday” in Greek?

A woman celebrating her 25th birthday surrounded by friends

To say “Happy Birthday” in Greek, you would say “Χαρούμενα Γενέθλια” (pronounced as “ha-ROO-me-na Ye-NE-thlia”). 

You can also extend birthday wishes in Greek with the phrase “Χρόνια Πολλά!” (Chronia Polla!), which translates to “Many Years!” This traditional greeting conveys heartfelt wishes for a long and happy life.

Short and Sweet Greek Birthday Wishes

  1. Είθε τα γενέθλιά σας να είναι γλυκά σαν τούρτα και φωτεινά σαν κεριά. Χαρούμενα γενέθλια! (May your birthday be as sweet as cake and as bright as candles. Happy birthday!)
  2. Σας στέλνω θερμές ευχές και μεγάλες αγκαλιές για την ιδιαίτερη μέρα σας. Χαρούμενα γενέθλια! (Sending you warm wishes and big hugs on your special day. Happy birthday!)
  3. Σήμερα είναι να γιορτάσουμε εσένα και τον καταπληκτικό άνθρωπο που είσαι. Χαρούμενα γενέθλια! (Today is all about celebrating you and the amazing person you are. Happy birthday!)

Funny Greek Birthday Wishes

  1. Η ηλικία είναι απλώς ένας αριθμός… ένας πραγματικά μεγάλος, τρομακτικός αριθμός! Χρόνια πολλά πάντως! (Age is just a number… a really big, scary number! Happy birthday anyway!)
  2. Λένε ότι όσο μεγαλώνεις τόσο πιο σοφός γίνεσαι. Οπότε υποθέτω ότι αυτό σε κάνει απίστευτα σοφό μέχρι τώρα… ή απλά απίστευτα γέρο! Χαρούμενα γενέθλια! (They say the older you get, the wiser you become. So I guess that makes you incredibly wise by now… or just incredibly old! Happy birthday!)
  3. Ένας άλλος χρόνος μεγαλύτερος σημαίνει έναν ακόμη χρόνο πιο κοντά στη λήψη αυτών των εκπτώσεων για ηλικιωμένους. Χαρούμενα γενέθλια! (Another year older means another year closer to getting those senior discounts. Happy birthday!)

Romantic Greek Birthday Wishes

  1. Χρόνια πολλά στην αγάπη της ζωής μου! Ελπίζω να έχετε πολλά χρόνια ακόμα γεμάτα αγάπη. (Happy birthday to the love of my life! I hope you have many more years filled with love.)
  2. Την ιδιαίτερη μέρα σας, θέλω απλώς να σας υπενθυμίσω πόσα σημαίνεις για μένα. Χαρούμενα γενέθλια! (On your special day, I just want to remind you how much you mean to me. Happy birthday!)
  3. Είσαι το καλύτερο πράγμα που μου έχει συμβεί ποτέ, και σε είμαι ευγνώμων κάθε μέρα. Χαρούμενα γενέθλια! (You are the best thing that has ever happened to me, and I am grateful for you every day. Happy birthday!)

Heartfelt Greek Birthday Wishes

  1. Χρόνια πολλά σε έναν υπέροχο άνθρωπο! Είθε η μέρα σας να είναι γεμάτη αγάπη και ζεστασιά. (Happy birthday to a wonderful person! May your day be filled with love and warmth.)
  2. Σας εύχομαι θερμά γενέθλια να περιβάλλεται από αυτούς που νοιάζονται για εσάς. (Wishing you a heartwarming birthday surrounded by those who care about you.)
  3. Χαρούμενα γενέθλια! Ορίστε μια μέρα γεμάτη αγάπη, γέλιο και αγαπημένες στιγμές. (Happy birthday! Here’s to a day filled with love, laughter, and cherished moments.)

Cute Greek Birthday Wishes

  1. Χρόνια πολλά στο αγαπημένο μου πρόσωπο σε όλο τον κόσμο! Κάνεις κάθε μέρα πιο φωτεινή με το χαμόγελό σου. (Happy birthday to my favorite person in the whole world! You make every day brighter with your smile.)
  2. Σας εύχομαι μια μέρα γεμάτη με όλα τα πράγματα που σας κάνουν πιο ευτυχισμένους. Χαρούμενα γενέθλια! (Wishing you a day filled with all the things that make you happiest. Happy birthday!)
  3. Δεν είσαι απλώς ένα χρόνο μεγαλύτερος σήμερα, αλλά και ένα χρόνο πιο αξιολάτρευτος! Χρόνια πολλά, γλυκιά μου! (You are not just a year older today, but also a year more adorable! Happy birthday, cutie!)

Conclusion

In addition to learning how to say Happy Birthday in Greek, why not learn more about unique Birthday Traditions in Greece?

And hey, to make them feel celebrated, match these wishes with the perfect gift. For those seeking gift ideas, you can give them gift experiences they will never forget or you can try exploring Amazon for more gift ideas and price comparisons. Cheers to many more years of happiness and success!

Seth Cannon

Seth is an English-major turned stand-up comedian. When he’s not touring comedy clubs, he loves putting his creativity to use writing puns and card greetings for all occasions (not just funny ones). Many of his punny works can be found in a card store near you.

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