Sending happy birthday wishes can be more challenging than it seems, thanks to those inviting yet pesky blank spaces on the birthday card. After all, how can you put into words everything you feel for your loved one? And how can everything fit in that space?
Maybe all you need is a little nudge — by way of some birthday quotes and sayings.
To help you send the perfect happy birthday wish, weve put together a list of our favorites below. Short, long, funny, sweet, weve tried to include every length and tone you and your card may be looking for!
So, take some time to browse. Use a quote or two for inspiration, or even borrow the words themselves. No matter how you decide to use them, know that you dont have to face those daunting blank spaces alone.
Birthday Quotes, Happy Birthday Wishes, and Birthday Sayings
• You dont get older, you get better.
• Age is merely the number of years the world has been enjoying you. Happy birthday!
• “Just remember, once youre over the hill you begin to pick up speed.” – Charles Schulz
• “You know youre getting old when the candles cost more than the cake.” – Bob Hope
• “A party without cake is just a meeting.” – Julia Child
• “Today you are you! That is truer than true! There is no one alive who is you-er than you!” – Dr. Seuss
• “Dont just count your years, make your years count.” – George Meredith
• “I think all this talk about age is foolish. Every time Im one year older, everyone else is too.” – Gloria Swanson
• “It takes a long time to become young.” – Pablo Picasso
• Wishing you a birthday as amazing as you are!
• Cheers to another trip around the sun – happy birthday!
• Hoping your birthday is extra sweet.
• Sending you happy, dancing, confetti-popping, cake-filled birthday wishes!
• The older you get, the better you get. Unless youre a banana.
• Just like a fine wine, you get better with age.
• Wishing you a purrrrfect birthday.
• I am so happy you were born, and even happier youre in my life.
• To my dearest, sweetest, most wonderful friend – wishing you a year filled with nothing but happiness.
• Another year older, another year wiser, and another night well never remember. Happy birthday!
• Cheers to the birthday girl – drinks on me!
• HBD to my BFF
• Youre not old, youre classic.
• Dont worry, youre not getting old. You were already old a long time ago.
• May your birthday bloom with happiness!
• I hope that all of the beauty and kindness that you bring into the world comes back to you in the year ahead.
• Thank you for everything you do, for always being there, and for making my life so much brighter. Happy birthday!
• Getting older is mandatory, but growing up is optional.
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Belated birthday wishes for a friend
• Happy Little-Bit-Late Birthday! Sorry I forgot, but I wanted to send you belated birthday wishes all the same!
• Wishing you a belated happy birthday, pal! Sorry I missed the big day, but thought I’d extend your birthday a little longer.
• A belated happy birthday to you. May all the good things that life has to offer always find their way to your doorstep (hopefully quicker than this card!)
• Despite my wishes being a little late, you know they are straight from the bottom of my heart. I wish you success in all your endeavors. Happy belated birthday, my friend.
• It’s never too late to wish a wonderful friend like you happy birthday. May your life be full of peace, joy, happiness and success. Happy belated birthday friend.
Belated birthday wishes for your cousin
• Good things come to those who wait! Happy belated birthday Cousin!
• We all know that birthdays are special, but someone like you is special everyday! Happy belated birthday Cousin!
• I didn’t forget your birthday, I just wanted to prolong the celebration! Happy happy birthday cuz!
• In another part of the world it’s custom to send birthday wishes the day after someone’s birthday. I don’t know where, but I’m there! Happy belated birthday to my favourite cousin.
• I know it seems like I forgot your birthday, but actually I was just waiting for a quiet moment to tell you how special you are. Happy belated birthday cousin!
• Wishing my dear cousin a happy belated birthday! You will always be more like a sibling to me. Sending lots of love to you.
• Sorry this card is a bit late. I remembered your birthday, just not the date! Happy belated birthday cousin!
Belated birthday wishes for your niece
• Even though this is late, it’s never too late to wish you the best of everything! Happy birthday niece!
• Your birthday came, and then it went. Here’s the message I should have sent. Belated happy birthday my beautiful niece! Sorry this message is late, but I thought I’d include a small poem to make it up to you.
• May you always be as wise as the old oaks, as graceful as the falling leaves and more punctual than this birthday card. Happy birthday my dear niece. Sorry for the late wishes!
• Since you were born I’ve been wishing you only the best. It’s been a pleasure to watch you grow into the incredible woman you are today, and I am so sorry to have missed this momentous occasion. Sending you much love and the heartiest belated birthday wishes.
• You are an absolute joy in our lives and not a day goes past that I don’t think of you. Sorry to have missed your birthday, but I celebrate the woman you have become every day! Happy belated birthday niece!
Belated birthday wishes for your aunt
• This wish is late so that you can celebrate longer! Happy belated birthday aunt!
• To my favourite Auntie, happy happy belated birthday! I’m so sorry that I missed the special day, but, to me, you are special every day!
• Thank you for always being like a second mother to me. I appreciate all you do and wish you only the best for the next chapter in your life! Apologies for the belated birthday wishes!
• I’m so sorry I forgot your birthday, but how do you expect me to remember when you don’t look any older! Belated happy birthday to my beautiful aunt!
• Now that everyone else’s wishes have worn off, you can have a great big one from me! Happy belated birthday sweet Aunty!
• I’m so incredibly sorry for missing your special day Auntie! Please forgive me and accept my sincerest wishes in celebration of your birthday. I know that you will succeed in all that you set out to achieve.
Belated birthday wishes for your uncle
• The world is made up of two types of people. Meticulously punctual types and the awesome fun people like me who don’t own calendars. Happy belated birthday uncle!
• Lately, I’ve been thinking a lot about you. Apparently very ‘lately’! Happy belated birthday uncle! Sorry I missed it! Will be sure to catch the next one. Wishing you all the best.
• Sorry I missed the beginning of this new chapter, glad to see that it's off to a roaring start! Happy happy belated birthday to you, Uncle!
• Sorry for the belated wishes but today, I’ll raise a toast to you and hope you enjoy all the finer things in life. You’ll always be the coolest uncle around. Happy belated birthday uncle!
Belated birthday wishes for your dog
• In my eyes, every day with you is worth celebrating! Sorry I missed your birthday my special pooch.
• Happy belated birthday dog! Sorry for the late wishes, but the treats will make up for it I’m sure.
• Thanks for being happy to see me when I come home, even when I miss your birthday! Happy belated birthday dog friend!
• Even though you had no idea, I feel terrible for missing your birthday! Happy belated birthday dog. Wishing you a happy future filled with walks, tennis balls and treats! Thanks for being my best friend.
• Sorry I missed your birthday, bud. It was the cat’s fault! Your belated birthday wishes come complete with a fancy cooked dinner and your favourite back rub. All the best for the dog years head!
Belated happy birthday in French
The French express their belated birthday wishes by saying ‘Joyeux anniversaire avec un peu de retard’.
Belated happy birthday in Spanish
In Spanish, they say ‘Feliz cumpleaños atrasado!’.
Belated happy birthday in Chinese
The way to wish someone a belated happy birthday in Chinese is ‘请接受我迟到的生日祝福’.
Belated happy birthday in Italian
In Italian, to wish someone a belated birthday you say ‘Auguri in ritardo’.
If you’ve missed a loved one's birthday don’t fret! These things happen and now you’ve got some ideas of how to make it up to them. Just remember that it really is the thought that counts. Even if it’s a little late.
Your son’s birthday is just around the corner but you’ve got no idea what to say to convey just how awesome a guy you think he is. Don’t worry – we’ve got you covered with the best Happy Birthday son quotes, wishes and meaningful messages! Here are some happy birthday wishes and messages that’ll help you figure out the best way to wish your son a very happy birthday!
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• Birthday Quotes for Your Son
• Birthday Wishes for Son
• Funny Birthday Wishes for Your Son
• Happy Birthday Son From Mom
• Happy Birthday Son From Dad
• Happy Birthday To A Son Who Became A New Dad
• Celebrate Your Son on His Day
Birthday Quotes for Your Son
‘You don’t raise heroes, you raise sons. And if you treat them like sons, they’ll turn out to be heroes, even if it’s just in your own eyes.’ – Wally Schirra
‘It is not flesh and blood, but heart which makes us fathers and sons.’ – Friedrich von Schiller
‘When your son grows up, become his brother.’ – Arabic Proverb
‘Until you have a son of your own, you will never know what that means. You will never know the joy beyond joy, the love beyond feeling that resonates in the heart of a father as he looks upon his son.’ – Kent Nerburn
‘Sometimes when I need a miracle, I look into my son’s eyes, and realize I’ve already created one.’ – Unknown
Birthday Wishes for Son
Happy Birthday son! I hope that you will always be happy, healthy, and a blessing to everyone around you. Lots of hugs, mummy.
Dear son, everyday I am grateful for you. You are a bundle of joy that brings nothing but happiness to our lives.
Happy Birthday son, no matter how old you are, you are always mummy's little boy. I can't believe how fast the years have gone by. All the best for your future endeavours, I'm sure you will rock your socks!
I am grateful for all that you have done for this family and wish you nothing but even more success and greatness to come your way.
Everyday my heart is filled with love for you. You have made me such a proud mum, I'm so glad to call you my son and I'm sure everyone else is glad to have you in their lives too.
Funny Birthday Wishes for Your Son
Sons like you don’t come along every day. And thank goodness for that, because we could hardly afford to feed one of you. Hope you have a wonderful birthday, son.
This year you seem to be exhibiting some signs of actually growing up. It’s a miracle! I’m just kidding, and I hope that your year is filled with all sorts of splendidly childish things that captivate you in every way. Happy birthday son!
One thing you can look forward to as you get older is that you’ll look as good and amazing as your parents. Happy birthday son!
Happy Birthday, son! You were a wonderful child, and you’ve become a wonderful man. Notice I didn’t mention anything about the teen years. Just kidding. Happy birthday!
Every year, you are becoming more handsome, more smart and more awesome. It almost looks like you are trying to become like me! Well, hope your wishes come true. Happy birthday, my lovely son.
Did you know that science keeps proving again and again that people who celebrate more birthdays live longer than those who don’t?! Happy birthday, dear son.
Wishing you a fabulous birthday, son. I can’t believe my sweet little son is rapidly getting closer and closer to enjoying senior citizen discounts and deals. Son, so you see old age isn’t a bad idea when you look at it from another angle.
Happy Birthday Son From Mom
Your birthday brings happy memories and a reminder of how you continue to bring joy to our lives. Sending the happiset birthday wishes for my son!
I hope that you always look ahead in life with a smile on your face and look back with fondness in your heart. I wish you endless joy in life on your birthday, and may it be filled with wonder and delight this year. Sending birthday wishes to son of the year!
Unending love, undivided attention, eternal pampering, everlasting affection, and endless care. These are the things that we can do for you, our dear son. Stay happy and have a happy birthday!
Today is the most special day for me. I became a mother on this day. Thank you for coming into my life and for fulfilling me. Happy birthday, my prince! I wish every day of your life brings you new reasons to smile.
Today is one of the most important days of my life. Because on this day God has sent you in my life which is the best gift ever. Happy birthday, my son! May you grow up with dignity and have the strength to overcome all challenges. My blessings are always with you.
Every single day since you were born, you’ve added something amazing to my life. I can’t imagine my life without you in it. Happy birthday, son!
My son. My wish for you is simple. Have the very best life imaginable. Live like you will never grow old. Play as hard as you work. Make time for people and things you adore. When you sleep, have the best dreams so that you wake up with a smile on your face. And know that you will always be so loved. Happy birthday!
Happy Birthday To My Wonderful Son. No matter how big you get or how far you go, I’ll always be here, right beside you.
Happy Birthday Son From Dad
I cannot find the exact words to tell you that I am so proud of what you have become through the years! Happy birthday to you my son.
Words are simply not enough to express how amazing I feel to have you as my son. I love you. You make my life complete. Happy birthday, son!
Son, we raised you, paid for you and supported you. Now you’re an adult, it’s about time you returned the favour. Have a great birthday.
Happy Birthday, son! We may have given you lots of birthday presents over the years, but they don’t compare to the joy you’ve given us just by being you.
I used to wish I could stop the clock when you were just a little boy, holding my hand. But seeing how you turned to be a fine man, all I wish is for you to reach your dreams in life. Happy birthday, son.
There have been a lot of lessons I gave you over the years. On your special day today, I would like to give you the most important one: I am not perfect, neither is anyone else. So if you want to believe anyone, only believe in yourself. Happy birthday, my son.
Son, you are kind, handsome, thoughtful and smart……just like your dad. Happy birthday!
Happy birthday Son! We’ve watched you grow into an amazing man. May the year ahead continue to exceed your expectations!
Happy Birthday to the best son ever! You’re totally rad and you know it! Go celebrate. Have all the fun; and remember– we love you so much!
Dear son, no matter how much you have grown, for us, you are always going to remain our dearest and smartest baby boy. Wishing you a very happy birthday. May all your dreams and wishes come true!
Happy Birthday To A Son Who Became A New Dad
When you were born, I couldn’t even fathom how much you’d come to mean to me. And now you’re a father yourself! May your special day be filled with the untold splendor of this new very special gift. Happy birthday!
Not only are we celebrating you today, but your sweet son too! What a gift! Enjoy all the busy moments that parenthood brings your way. Being a first time dad will set you on a journey for a lifetime but I know you’re the perfect man for the job! Happy birthday to my son!
Congratulations on your new very timely gift! I know this new year and new chapter will be such a success for you! Love you so much!
A wonderful person always has a wonderful life. And, so shall you. We are always there for you, my son. Wish you a very happy and sweet birthday. Happy birthday my son!
Sometimes I can hardly believe that the man I see when I look at you used to be my little boy. And now you’ve got a little sparkle of your own. Happy birthday my son!
Happy Birthday to my son! Throughout the years you have made me so proud of who you have become. Thank you for being so wonderful. I know you’ll approach this new chapter with the strength and joy you’ve shown so far! Have a great birthday!
Thank you for letting us be the best parents we can be, just by being yourself — a wonderful, wonderful boy. We know that your new little baby will allow you to be just that too! Happy birthday son!
Dear son, you have grown up to be a fine young man. But we want to let you know that we will always be there for you, every step of the way and in every walk of life. We love you dearly. Wishing you a very happy birthday son!
Celebrate Your Son on His Day
It’s always so lovely to be able to mark a big day with the right words but that can also mean that there’s pressure to find the best thing to say. When in doubt, speak from the heart, and whatever birthday wishes you end up choosing for your son, we know that they’ll be just right.