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"Happy birthday" is a phrase which is often translated as "feliz cumpleaños", and "I hope you have a good day" is a phrase which is often translated as "espero que tengas un buen día". Learn more about the difference between "happy birthday" and "I hope you have a good day" below.
happy birthday(
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A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
phrase
a. feliz cumpleaños
So, you're 18 today! Happy birthday!¡Así que cumples los 18 hoy! ¡Feliz cumpleaños!
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I hope you have a good day(
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A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
phrase
a. espero que tengas un buen día
A word or phrase used to refer to the second person informal “tú” by their conjugation or implied context (e.g., How are you?).
(informal)
(singular)
Thanks for coming into my store! I hope you have a good day.¡Gracias por venir a mi tienda! Espero que tengas un buen día.
b. espero que pases un buen día
A word or phrase used to refer to the second person informal “tú” by their conjugation or implied context (e.g., How are you?).
(informal)
(singular)
Thanks for stopping by. I hope you have a good day.Gracias por venir. Espero que pases un buen día.
c. te deseo que tengas un buen día
A word or phrase used to refer to the second person informal “tú” by their conjugation or implied context (e.g., How are you?).
(informal)
(singular)
It's always a pleasure talking to you. I hope you have a good day.Siempre es un placer hablar contigo. Te deseo que tengas un buen día.
d. te deseo que pases un buen día
A word or phrase used to refer to the second person informal “tú” by their conjugation or implied context (e.g., How are you?).
(informal)
(singular)
It's been great seeing you, Raquel! I hope you have a good day!¡Fue fantástico verte, Raquel! ¡Te deseo que pases un buen día!
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