# How to Say “birthday” in Spanish

**cumpleaños** /kˌumpleˈaɲos/: birthday

## Pronunciation

The IPA (International Phonetic Alphabet) transcription for “cumpleaños” is /kˌumpleˈaɲos/. Break it down syllable by syllable and practice at a slow pace before building up to conversational speed.

## Context

This phrase belongs to the [Pronunciation & Basics](https://useorphi.com/learn/spanish/vocabulary/pronunciation-basics.md) category. It is suitable for beginners.

## “birthday” in Other Languages

- Italian: [compleanno](https://useorphi.com/learn/italian/how-to-say/birthday.md)

## Frequently Asked Questions

### How do you pronounce "cumpleaños" in Spanish?

The IPA pronunciation is /kˌumpleˈaɲos/. Practice saying it slowly, then at natural speed.

### What does "cumpleaños" mean in English?

"cumpleaños" translates to "birthday" in English. It belongs to the Pronunciation & Basics category.

### Is "cumpleaños" formal or informal in Spanish?

This is a commonly used expression in everyday Spanish conversation. It is appropriate for both casual and standard contexts.

## More Pronunciation & Basics Phrases

- ["friend" → parcero](https://useorphi.com/learn/spanish/how-to-say/friend.md): /paɾθˈeɾo/
- ["cool" → chévere](https://useorphi.com/learn/spanish/how-to-say/cool.md): /tʃˈeβeɾe/
- ["dog" → perro](https://useorphi.com/learn/spanish/how-to-say/dog.md): /pˈero/
- ["car" → carro](https://useorphi.com/learn/spanish/how-to-say/car.md): /kˈaro/
- ["party" → parranda](https://useorphi.com/learn/spanish/how-to-say/party.md): /parˈanda/
- ["year" → año](https://useorphi.com/learn/spanish/how-to-say/year.md): /ˈaɲo/

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