Födelsedag

Definition

The anniversary of the day you were born.

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Etymology

'Födelsedag' is a compound word from 'förelse', meaning birth, and 'dag', meaning day. It reflects the linguistic practice of forming terms to describe significant life events.

How & Where It’s Used

'Födelsedag' is commonly used in informal contexts, especially in celebrations and greetings, recognized throughout Sweden without notable regional differences.

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