"To many more years." This implies a wish for a long and healthy life. Yeni yaşın kutlu olsun: "May your new age be blessed".
The standard "Happy Birthday," literally translating to "May your day of birth be celebrated". It is neutral and appropriate for both formal and informal settings. happy_birthday_in_turkish
A more affectionate and common alternative, meaning "It’s good that you were born". It is often used among close friends and family to express sincere joy for the person's presence. "To many more years
While modern Turkish celebrations have adopted many Western customs, they often maintain a distinct social focus: It is neutral and appropriate for both formal
Often paired with "İyi ki doğdun," this means "I’m glad you exist" or "I’m glad to have you in my life".
Giving thoughtfully chosen gifts is considered essential, and in some more traditional settings, offering sweets or Turkish delight to guests is also common.