День рождения

Definition

The anniversary of the day on which a person was born.

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Etymology

The phrase 'день рождения' (den' rozhdeniya) translates literally to 'day of birth,' combining the noun 'день' (day) and the term 'рождение' (birth), which has Old Russian roots.

How & Where It’s Used

'День рождения' is prevalent in both spoken and written forms, primarily in social contexts involving celebrations and gatherings.

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