Here's What to Write in a Birthday Card for Your Coworkers

Here's What to Write in a Birthday Card for Your Coworkers


When you spend as much time as you do with your coworkers (those nine-to-five shifts really add up!), it's only natural that you'll be around your fellow employees for big moments like birthdays. So when it comes time to express warm wishes to them, we've got you covered — no matter your relationship with the employee.

Here, we offer the best birthday wishes for your coworkers that'll fit any personality. There are short and sweet sentiments for coworkers you might not be super close, funny phrases that will make even the most stone-faced peers chuckle and heartfelt, more emotional wishes that'll show your work wife or husband how much you value them. Shared in person or scribbled in a card, saying "Happy Birthday!" is a small gesture that will go a long way in showing that you appreciate them and all the work they do.

As for what you shouldn't say? If you decide to get creative and go with something not on this list, avoid inappropriate, offensive or overly personal jokes.


Short Birthday Wishes for Coworkers

enjoy your special day you deserve it
Danielle Carson
  • Enjoy your special day. You deserve it!

  • Warmest birthday wishes to a fantastic colleague

  • Wishing you a day filled with joy and success.

  • You make work feel a lot less like work. Thanks for all you do!

  • May your day be as sweet as the icing on your cake. HBD!

  • Hope your day is filled with happiness.

  • Happy birthday! I hope it’s beyond magical.

  • Happy birthday to my dearest friend and coworker!

  • I wish all the best on your birthday and always.

  • Wishing you a happy birthday and a wonderful year.

  • Happy birthday to my work wife, my work bestie and all-around dream coworker.

  • Happy birthday! Let’s eat cake!

  • Wishing you a day of celebration and a year of success.

  • Sending you smiles for every minute that you’ve been alive.

  • The happiest of birthday wishes to one of my dearest coworkers and friends!

  • Happy birthday to a person who’s always inspiring us!

  • Sending you a birthday bouquet of happiness.

  • Wishing you a birthday that’s as memorable as you are!


Funny Birthday Wishes Coworkers

happy birthday you're one day closer to retirement
Danielle Carson
  • Happy birthday! You’re one day closer to retirement.

  • I hope your day is filled with as much joy as a glitch-free video call. Happy birthday!

  • “Work wife” isn’t a strong enough term for how much you mean to me! Happy birthday!

  • Another year wiser, or is it just another year older? Happy birthday, dear colleague!

  • Here’s to another year of dodging boring meetings and pretending to look busy!

  • Statistics show that those who have the most birthdays live the longest. Happy birthday!

  • Happy birthday to a colleague who makes work feel less like work and more like a stand-up comedy show!

  • Wishing you a fabulous day filled with birthday cake, extra coffee and minimal work. You deserve it!

  • Happy birthday! Thanks for having a birthday because now we all get cake!

  • Happy birthday! Wishing you an empty calendar, the best parking space, and (hopefully) a free lunch!

  • Happy birthday, friend! Does this special day warrant a drink with lunch?

  • Happy birthday, partner! Remember to smile awkwardly while the entire office sings to you!

  • Another year, another excuse to eat cake in the office. Happy birthday!

  • Wishing you the best on your birthday and everything good in the year ahead.

  • Happy birthdays to one of the few coworkers whose birthday I can remember without Facebook reminders.

  • From coffee hour to happy hour, I’ll always be by your side. Happy birthday!


Heartfelt Birthday Wishes for Coworkers

happy birthday to someone who’s a fantastic coworker and an even better friend
Danielle Carson
  • Happy birthday to someone who’s a fantastic coworker and an even better friend.

  • Happiest of birthdays to a true asset to our company and a valued member of our team.

  • I love this job, but I love the fact that I get to work with you more. Happy birthday!

  • No matter how stressful the workday can get you somehow always make things better. I hope this year is even brighter and more successful for you. Happy birthday!

  • May all life’s blessings be yours, on your birthday and always.

  • Wishing you a fantastic birthday! Your attention to detail and commitment to excellence make you a truly exceptional coworker.

  • Here’s to another year of great accomplishments and career milestones! Happy birthday!

  • Wishing you a birthday filled with inspiration, motivation, and the courage to chase your dreams. You’ve got this!

  • May this birthday bring you joy and happiness, and new energy and enthusiasm to achieve all your goals! Happy birthday!

  • No one could do this job better than you. We thank you for sticking with us! Enjoy your birthday!

  • It seems like such a great day to say we feel so lucky that you came our way! Happy birthday!

  • May the year ahead be your best one yet! Happy birthday, [coworker’s name]!

  • Wishing you a day full of laughter and happiness and a year that brings you much success.

  • The warmest wishes to a great member of our team. May your special day be full of happiness, fun and cheer!

  • You’ve done a great job bringing our team together over this past year. I’m so happy to be working alongside you!

  • Happy birthday to the heart of our team! Working with you is always a pleasure.

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