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auguri

/auˈɡuri/interjectionA2
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Meaning

best wishes

  • happy birthday
  • congratulations

In a sentence

Auguri per il tuo compleanno!

Happy birthday!

Fai gli auguri a Marco?

Are you wishing Marco well?

Non solo grazie: auguri!

Not just thanks: best wishes!

Usage notes

  • Used for birthdays, holidays, and special occasions.
  • Often stands alone: Auguri! = Best wishes!/Happy birthday!
  • For one person or many people, the form stays auguri.

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