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Wishes and Greetings in Many Languages
One kind word in someone else's language can turn a stranger into a friend. Explore eight free guides that teach kids how to greet, thank, wish and encourage people all over the world, with simple phonetic spellings anyone can read aloud.
A greeting is the shortest bridge between two cultures
Greetings and wishes bring people closer, no matter where they live or what language they speak. Welcome to KidsGen's collection of wishes in many languages, where you can learn how to say everyday greetings and special messages from around the world.
Find out how to say hello, good morning, good evening, good night, happy birthday, get well soon, and thank you in different languages. Discover fascinating words and expressions from different cultures, learn new ways to greet friends and family, and make your messages more meaningful by sharing wishes in their native language.
Whether you are curious about world languages, looking for greetings to share with friends, or helping children learn about different cultures, this collection makes discovering greetings around the world simple, enjoyable, and educational.
Good Morning in Many Languages
Start someone's day with a smile. From "Buongiorno" to "Suprabhat", greet the sunrise in 30+ languages.
Good Evening in Many Languages
Wind the day down warmly. Learn how families across the world say good evening as the sun sets.
Good Night in Many Languages
Tuck the day in with a soft goodnight, from "Buenas noches" to "Oyasumi nasai".
Hello in Many Languages
The first word of every new friendship. Discover "Aloha", "Ni Hao", "Shalom" and many more.
Happy Birthday in Many Languages
Make a birthday extra special with a wish in the birthday child's own language or heritage.
Thank You in Many Languages
Gratitude never loses its meaning in translation. Learn "Merci", "Arigatou" and more.
Get Well Soon in Many Languages
A caring wish for someone under the weather, in 25+ languages worldwide.
Messages of Faith & Courage
Gentle words of hope, faith and encouragement to read for yourself or share with a friend.
Learn a greeting in three easy steps
Pick a language
Choose a country you're curious about, one a friend's family comes from, or simply pick your favourite flag.
Read it out loud
Every phrase is spelled phonetically, so you can sound it out just like reading English — no special symbols needed.
Use it on someone
Try it on a classmate, a video call with a pen pal, or a family member. Watch their face light up!
Questions parents and teachers ask
How many languages does this section cover?
Across all eight guides you'll find greetings from more than 40 languages, spanning Europe, Asia, the Middle East, Africa and the Pacific — with new additions reviewed regularly.
Is this suitable for classroom or homework use?
Yes. Teachers use these pages for "greetings around the world" projects, and each guide is short enough for a single homework session, with a search box to find specific languages quickly.
Do I need to know a language's alphabet to use these greetings?
No. Every phrase is written using simple English spelling that mirrors how it actually sounds, so beginners of any age can read it aloud confidently.
Can I copy a greeting to send to a friend?
Yes — each greeting card on the language pages has a one-tap "Copy" button so you can paste it straight into a card, message or email.