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"My dear friend" is a phrase which is often translated as "mi querido amigo", and "happy birthday" is a phrase which is often translated as "feliz cumpleaños". Learn more about the difference between "my dear friend" and "happy birthday" below.
my dear friend()
A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
phrase
a. mi querido amigo
Happy Birthday! Have a wonderful day, my dear friend!¡Feliz cumpleaños! Que pases un día maravilloso, mi querido amigo.
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happy birthday()
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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