Birthday wishes for everyone’s special day.

Birthday wishes for every imaginable birthday card.

The right happy birthday wishes tell your friends, family, and coworkers that they’re important. Birthday wishes range from funny to heartfelt, and the right one conjures a real sense of celebration. These birthday wishes take you down a path to the perfect birthday greeting for every conceivable birthday card.

Choose the perfect birthday wishes from this curated list and let Adobe Express help make the perfect card, no experience required.

Birthday wishes for a friend.

Birthday wishes for a friend can evoke happy tears or full-bellied laughter, depending on the friend. Our friends are chosen over years of search and selection, and our friendships are curated over countless shared experiences. It’s fun and gratifying to give the best birthday wishes to the friends we care most about.

Birthday wishes for a friend draw inspiration from shared shenanigans as well as living through life’s best and hardest days together. Pick the perfect birthday wish for a friend’s birthday card, and your message will come in loud and clear.

• May your day be as bright and sparkling as your smile. Happy Birthday to a friend who lights up my life!

• Cheers to another year of laughter, joy, and unforgettable memories. Happy Birthday, my dear friend!

• Wishing you a day filled with love, laughter, and all the cake you can eat. Happy Birthday to my amazing friend!

• On your special day, I celebrate the wonderful person you are and the joy you bring to those around you. Happy Birthday, buddy!

• May your birthday be the start of a year filled with good luck, good health, and much happiness. Happy Birthday, friend!

• Happy Birthday to a friend who is more like family. May your day be as wonderful as you are!

• To a friend who has always been there, through thick and thin, I wish you the happiest of birthdays!

• Let's raise a toast to your birthday and the beautiful friendship we share. Cheers to you on your special day!

• Wishing you a birthday that's as special as you are. You deserve all the happiness in the world, my friend!

• Happy Birthday to a true friend who's always been my rock. Hope your day is as fantastic as you are!

Birthday wishes for a sibling.

Choosing the perfect birthday wishes for brother or sister birthday cards is a cinch with the right options in front of you. If you have an older sibling, maybe the birthday wishes that take a jab at age hit the spot. Or, if you spend a lot of time with your sibling, maybe the birthday wishes that express friendship are the way to go.

Whichever happy birthday wishes you choose, you can swap out “sister” for “brother” or vice versa.

• Happy Birthday to my sibling, my confidant, and my best friend. Here's to another year of shared secrets and dreams!

• To my partner in crime since day one, Happy Birthday! May your day be as fun and dynamic as our childhood.

• Wishing a fantastic birthday to the person who knows me better than anyone else. Have a blast, sibling!

• Happy Birthday to the one who shares my past, present, and future. May your day be as awesome as our bond.

• To my sibling, who's been with me through every high and low, may your birthday be filled with all the joy you deserve.

• Happy Birthday to the coolest sibling ever! May your day be filled with surprises and your year with joy.

• Here's to the sibling who has been my first friend and lifelong ally. Wishing you the happiest of birthdays!

• May your birthday be as incredible as the bond we share. Happy Birthday to my beloved sibling!

• To the sibling who has the biggest heart, Happy Birthday! May your kindness be returned to you a hundredfold.

• Happy Birthday to my sibling, the one who makes every day brighter. Here's to more adventures together!

Birthday wishes for your kids.

Whether you have kids at home or adult children out on their own, wishing your kids happy birthday has a special sweetness to it. The anniversary of their births is the anniversary of when you became a parent, or when one of the most important people in your life came to be.

Birthday wishes for daughter cards and birthday wishes for sons range from heartfelt to funny because everyone’s dynamic with their kids is different. Choose the message that’s meaningful to you and send the perfect birthday card this year.

• Happy Birthday to the brightest star in my sky. May your day be as sweet and delightful as you are!

• To my precious child, on your birthday, I wish you all the happiness your heart can hold. Happy Birthday!

• Watching you grow has been the greatest joy of my life. Happy Birthday, my dear child, and may your dreams always soar.

• Happy Birthday to my little superhero! May your day be filled with fun, laughter, and the magic of childhood.

• On your special day, I wish you adventure, joy, and the courage to chase your dreams. Happy Birthday, kiddo!

• Happy Birthday to the one who fills our home with laughter and love. You are our greatest treasure!

• To my child, who is growing up too fast, may your birthday be as wonderful as you are. Happy Birthday!

• Wishing a very Happy Birthday to the light of my life. May your year be filled with endless discovery and joy.

• Happy Birthday to my little one! May your day be as unique and special as you are to me.

• On your birthday, I wish you a world of happiness, a sky full of dreams, and a lifetime of love. Happy Birthday, my child!

Birthday wishes for extended family.

There are also birthday cards to write for Grandma and Grandpa, for uncles and aunts, for cousins, and for nieces and nephews. The perfect birthday wishes for anyone from a cousin to Great-Grandma Loise are on the other side of these curated birthday wishes.

Choose the birthday wish that fits each unique family relationship — and remember, you can switch “cousin” for “grandma,” “aunt” for “nephew,” etc. These are family-centric birthday wishes perfect for the relatives outside your closest circle.

• Happy Birthday to a family member who might not be close in distance but is always close in heart. Have a wonderful day!

• To my extended family, though we may not see each other often, know that you are always in my thoughts. Happy Birthday!

• Wishing a joyous birthday to a family member who's exceptional in every way. May your day be filled with love and cheer!

• Happy Birthday to a relative who adds so much to our family tapestry with your unique colors. Celebrate in style!

• May your birthday be a reflection of the happiness and love you bring to our family. Happy Birthday!

• To an extended family member who's more like a close friend, Happy Birthday! May your day be as great as you are.

• Happy Birthday to a wonderful member of our extended family. Your presence at family gatherings always brings joy.

• Wishing a fabulous birthday to a family member who may be extended by blood but is integral in my heart.

• Happy Birthday to an extended family member whose kindness and laughter resonate with us all. Have a fantastic day!

• To a special member of our extended family, may your birthday be as warm and delightful as the memories we share.

Birthday wishes for a parent.

Sending the right birthday wishes for Mom or Dad requires a special combination of affection, admiration, and celebration. Parents often spend more energy on children’s birthdays than their kids ever know, so when the spotlight is flipped in their direction, it can be meaningful to pick the right happy birthday greeting.

Choose the birthday wishes for Dad or Mom that hit home, and your parents will feel every bit of the message you want to convey.

• Happy Birthday to the parent who has taught me everything about love, life, and laughter. May your day be as special as you are to me.

• To the one who has always been my guiding star, Happy Birthday! May your year be filled with the same wisdom and love you've shared with me.

• Wishing a very Happy Birthday to the foundation of our family. Your strength and love inspire us every day.

• Happy Birthday to the parent whose support and love are the greatest gifts of all. May your day be blessed with joy.

• On your birthday, I celebrate the amazing parent you are and all the sacrifices you've made for us. Happy Birthday with all my love.

• To the world's best parent, Happy Birthday! May your day be as amazing as the life lessons you've given me.

• Happy Birthday to the parent who has always been my hero. Wishing you a day that's as wonderful as you have made my life.

• May your birthday be filled with the same warmth, care, and love that you've always provided. Happy Birthday, dear parent!

• Wishing a Happy Birthday to the parent who has been my rock. May your day be filled with all the happiness you deserve.

• Happy Birthday to the most incredible parent. Your love has shaped me in lasting ways. Have a day as beautiful as your heart.

Birthday wishes for a partner.

Find the best birthday wishes for wife birthday cards and the perfect birthday wishes for husbands. Most of these wishes work for girlfriends, boyfriends, and fiancés, too. Brace yourself for some syrupy sweetness, because many of these happy birthday wishes express warm adoration.

Choose the best happy birthday wish for your special someone, then let Adobe Express help you make the perfect birthday card to go with it.

• Happy Birthday to my partner, my love, and my best friend. Here's to another year of shared dreams and cherished moments.

• To the love of my life, on your birthday, I wish you all the joy, love, and happiness that you bring into my life every day.

• Happy Birthday to my partner in love. May your day be as beautiful and bright as the love we share.

• Wishing a very Happy Birthday to the one who makes every day an adventure. I love you more with each passing day.

• To my dearest partner, may your birthday be filled with laughter, love, and all the things that you enjoy most.

• Happy Birthday to the one who holds my heart. May your day be as special and wonderful as you are to me.

• On your special day, I celebrate you and the beautiful journey we're on together. Happy Birthday, my love!

• Happy Birthday to my partner, who makes every moment sweeter. Here's to creating more beautiful memories together.

• To the one who completes me, Happy Birthday! May your day be as amazing as the love we share.

• Wishing a Happy Birthday to my partner, my confidante, and my everything. May your day be as incredible as you are.

Birthday wishes for coworker or boss.

Maybe they have to be work-appropriate, but that’s not the only thing birthday wishes for coworkers or bosses should be. Happy birthday wishes for the office should also say something about the role the receiver plays at work.

Take your pick of these birthday wishes for the office and rest assured that your birthday card will be met with a smile. You’ll definitely earn your slice of the cake.

Happy Birthday to a coworker who makes the workplace a brighter place. Your positivity is infectious!

• To a boss who leads by example and inspires us all, Happy Birthday! May your day be as successful as your career.

• Wishing a fantastic birthday to a coworker who's not just a colleague but a true friend. Have a great day!

• Happy Birthday to a boss whose vision and dedication are the driving forces behind our success. Enjoy your special day!

• To a coworker who's always ready to lend a hand, Happy Birthday! May your kindness be returned to you tenfold.

• Happy Birthday to a boss who balances leadership with empathy. May your day be filled with the respect and admiration you deserve.

• Wishing a Happy Birthday to a coworker who brings laughter and light to even the most stressful days.

• To a boss who values each employee and encourages growth, Happy Birthday! May your year be as remarkable as your leadership.

• Happy Birthday to a coworker who's more like family. Your camaraderie makes every workday better.

• Wishing a birthday that's as productive and rewarding as you are to our team. Happy Birthday to an exceptional boss!

BONUS: Best belated birthday wishes.

There are times when a birthday flies by and we simply forget. Belated birthday wishes are “better late than never,” as they say, and there are many cute, clever, and heartfelt ways to recognize your tardiness and still send happy birthday wishes.

Find the perfect belated birthday wish in these cherry-picked greetings. You’ll extend the birthday cheer for the receiver as soon as your card arrives.

• Wishing you a belated birthday so spectacular, it was worth the wait. Hope your year is as amazing as you are!

• Happy belated birthday to someone who deserved 'on-time' wishes. Hope your day was truly special, just like you.

• Belated happy birthday! May the coming year surprise you with the happiness of smiles and the feeling of love.

• I'm a little behind, but my wishes are just as sincere—happy belated birthday! May your year be filled with all things bright and beautiful.

• Though this message comes to you a bit late, the wish it brings for a year of success and happiness is right on time. Happy belated birthday!

• Happy belated birthday! May your life be full of pleasant and cherished moments that are as unforgettable as the day I forgot.

• Sending you happy belated birthday wishes. May your year be packed with wonderful discoveries and adventures!

• A late birthday wish doesn't mean I forgot about your special day; it means I think you're so special that you deserve an extended celebration. Happy belated birthday!

• Happy belated birthday! May the year ahead be prosperous, joyful, and filled with success. Keep shining!

• Belated happy birthday wishes to you! May your life be like good wine—tasty, sharp, clear, and improving with every year.

How to use the right birthday greeting.

Picking your happy birthday wishes for cards and other birthday greetings isn’t always easy. Sometimes, there are added factors to be considered when you think about your recipient.

It’s important to be both considerate and creative with birthday wishes. Apply these tips to make your happy birthday wishes not just genuine, but mindful of each recipient’s frame of mind.

Exercise: Too many options? Fill in the blanks.

If you’re stumped on a birthday greeting, play this fill-in-the-blank game to make an instantly sincere and personalized birthday wish. (There’s also a chance you’ll come up with something hilarious, which might be even better.)

Follow these steps:

“I hope your birthday is filled with ___________ and that we get to ____________ _____________. Happy birthday.”

Once you’re done, you have a genuine and personalized birthday wish.

Adobe Express can help.

Adobe Express online editor has tons of free templates and quick and easy customization options to put your favorite birthday wishes to work. If you want to play with happy birthday wishes in cards or other creative projects, Adobe Express makes it as simple as picking a template and personalizing it, or making your own idea with easy-to-use tools. Whatever message you want to convey, Adobe Express brings it to life, no experience required.

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