This is the 8235th most frequent Dutch word.
gelukkige
"Gelukkige" means "happy person" or "fortunate one" in English.
In this sentence, 'gelukkige' is used as an adjective modifying the noun 'man' to indicate a happy disposition or a fortunate state of being.
Hij is een gelukkige man.
He is a happy man.
Here, 'gelukkige' serves as an adjective describing 'verjaardag', conveying the wish for a joyful and positive day.
Wij wensen je een gelukkige verjaardag.
We wish you a happy birthday.
In this context, 'gelukkige' is functioning as a noun referring to a person who is fortunate or lucky, often used in celebrations or contests.