der Geburtstag
Translation
birthday
Examples
Wann ist dein Geburtstag?
When is your birthday?
Ich feiere meinen Geburtstag mit Freunden.
I'm celebrating my birthday with friends.
Grammar Patterns
to congratulate ((sb.)) on their birthday ((j-m zum Geburtstag gratulieren)) I congratulate you on your birthday.
to celebrate one's birthday ((seinen/ihren Geburtstag feiern)) She is celebrating her birthday tomorrow.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Jahrestag (anniversary)
Etymology
Composed of 'Geburt' (birth) and 'Tag' (day). It literally means 'birth day'.
Memory Tips
Think of the 'day' of your 'birth'. The two parts of the word directly translate to its English equivalent.