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How to say “Happy birthday!” in Italian
The Italian for “Happy birthday!”, with audio, grammar notes and the words that go with it.
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Step 4Vorrei un tavolo per due.
I would like a table for two.
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Start freeHappy birthday!
Buon compleanno!
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Buon compleanno!
Happy birthday!
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Italian words and phrases that go with it
Learn these next. They are among the most common everyday Italian words and sentences.
- I am sorry.Mi dispiace.
- Good night, sleep well.Buonanotte, dormi bene.
- Where can I buy a ticket?Dove posso comprare un biglietto?
- I have a reservation.Ho una prenotazione.
- Is there a pharmacy nearby?C'è una farmacia qui vicino?
- I am allergic to nuts.Sono allergico alle noci.
- I like to read books.Mi piace leggere libri.
- What do you do for work?Che lavoro fai?
- I will call you later.Ti chiamo più tardi.
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How do you say “Happy birthday!” in Italian?
“Happy birthday!” in Italian is “Buon compleanno!”.
What does “Buon compleanno!” mean in English?
“Buon compleanno!” is Italian for “Happy birthday!”.
How do I remember “Buon compleanno!”?
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