In German

Alles Gute zum Hochzeitstag!

Meaning: happy wedding anniversary

Formal or informal? Warm and works for both close friends and more distant acquaintances celebrating an anniversary. “Hochzeitstag” literally means “wedding day”, used for the anniversary of that day each year.

Example sentences

  • AllesGutezumHochzeitstag,ihrzwei!

    Happy anniversary, you two!

  • WirfeiernheuteunserenHochzeitstag.

    Today we're celebrating our wedding anniversary.

  • ZehnJahreHochzeitstag,herzlichenGlückwunsch!

    Ten years married, congratulations!

Grammar note

“Der Hochzeitstag” is masculine, a compound of “Hochzeit” (wedding) and “Tag” (day).

Common mistake

Don't confuse “Hochzeitstag” (wedding anniversary) with “Geburtstag” (birthday) — similar structure, completely different occasions.

Quick check

Which word means “wedding anniversary”?

More words on this topic

Alles Gute!all the best, best wishesZum Wohl!cheers, to your health (formal toast)Frohe Feiertage!happy holidays (general, inclusive)

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Hochzeitstag” literally mean?

“Wedding day” — used for the anniversary of the original wedding day.

Is “Hochzeitstag” the same as “Geburtstag”?

No — “Hochzeitstag” is a wedding anniversary, “Geburtstag” is a birthday.