Happy 40th Birthday Wishes and Sayings

Happy 40th Birthday
Happy 40th Birthday Sayings, Wishes, Messages and Greetings

Celebrate this big milestone birthday and ensure that your loved ones know how much they mean to you on their special day with a happy 40th birthday wish from Styiens! Our writers here at Styiens have put together a huge selection of 40th birthday wishes, sayings, and quotes for you to choose from, each carefully written by one of our expert writers and guaranteed to bring a smile to their recipient’s face. From lighthearted and humorous sayings to touching and heartfelt wishes, you’re sure to find the perfect wish for any and every recipient here at Styiens. Browse our selection of birthday wishes, and find the right wish in no time with the help of our intuitive category tags, which will help you filter wishes by tone, length, and recipient. Our 40th birthday wishes can be used as they are, or built upon for a longer and more personalized wish for someone truly special.  Whether you choose to use them on their own or as a starting point, our 40th birthday wishes are the perfect way to put a smile on their face on their special day!

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Happy 40th Birthday

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Happy birthday! May this new year bring with it new opportunities to live life to the fullest.

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May this day be filled with many moments of happiness, contentment, and laughter. Happy birthday!

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Wonderful 40th birthday wish

Wishing you a wonderful 40th birthday! May this year be your best one yet!

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Here’s to another awesome year of good times, good company, and good memories. Happy 40th birthday!

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I hope you get everything that you wished for! Happy birthday!

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Happy 30th and 40th birthday wish

May you succeed in all you do, and may each adventure bring you many beautiful memories. Happy birthday!

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May this special day bring you happiness, joy, and love. Happy birthday!

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A new decade is a great time to turn a new page and start a new chapter in your life. Enjoy it to the fullest, and happy 40th birthday!

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You may be wise beyond your years, but you're never too old for birthday cake. Wishing you a very happy birthday!

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Here's to a whole new decade of fun – 40! I hope it's everything you hoped it would be, and more!

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Let me let you in on a little secret – the best is yet to come! Wishing you a wonderful and happy birthday!

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Another year of adventure and excitement ahead. Hope you have a wonderful 40th birthday!

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Happy birthday to the kindest, funniest, and most interesting person I know!

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You are kind, thoughtful, and always fun to be around. Wishing you all the best on your birthday!

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If 30 is the new 20, then 40 is the new 30. Rock it. Happy birthday!

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Happy 40th birthday! May this year be your best one yet!

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May today be the first day of the best year of your life. Happy 40th birthday!

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With every year that passes, you become even more awesome. Happy birthday!

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You're an incredible friend and a wonderful person, and I wish you nothing but the best on this wonderful day. Happy birthday!

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I hope your birthday is filled with everything you've ever wanted and more. Wishing you a fabulous 40th birthday!

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May your 40th year be filled with everything you've always wished for. Happy birthday!

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What an incredible milestone! Wishing you a wonderful 40th birthday!

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Remember, 40 is the new 30. This time, however, you get to live it with another decade of experience under your belt. Have a blast! Happy 40th!

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We hope your birthday is everything you hoped for, and much more! Happy birthday!

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You're going to have a great year ahead, I can feel it! Happy 40th birthday!

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Here's to 40 more years of happiness! Happy 40th birthday!

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You're as young as you feel, and as old as you feel too… Wishing you a very happy 40th birthday!

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Happy birthday! I hope you enjoy this special day to the fullest with all the cake, presents, and smiles your heart desires.

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To the kindest, smartest, youngest 40-year-old I know – happy birthday! May this year bring you many new successes and many beautiful memories.

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A new decade! The best way to kick things off is by having an absolutely fantastic birthday. Happy 40th birthday!

Short Happy 40th Birthday Wishes and Greetings

Say “happy birthday” to your loved ones with one of our short and sweet happy birthday wishes! Perfect for those looking for a simple yet meaningful birthday wish, these thoughtful birthday wishes are equally perfect for wishing a happy 40th birthday as they are for wishing a happy 20th. Choose from our selection of short birthday messages and heartfelt birthday greetings to make this birthday one to remember!

  1. I hope your birthday will be full of sunshine and rainbows and joy and happiness! Sending you lots of good wishes and happy vibes on your special day.
  2. Happy birthday to my absolute best friend, whom I care for and cherish the most!
  3. Wishing you a very special birthday and a great year to come!
  4. I am so thankful that you are a part of my life. Wishing you all the best for your birthday!
  5. In good times and bad, I'll be right here by your side. Happy birthday to my dearest friend!
  6. Happy birthday to one of the best people I know!
  7. Wishing you tons of fun, joy, and laughter on your birthday. Happy birthday to you!
  8. Today marks another year of you being awesome -- never change. Happy birthday!
  9. This year is going to be even better than the last, just you wait. Happy birthday!
  10. A new year to keep being your amazing self. Happy birthday!

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Special Happy 40th Birthday Wishes and Greetings

Celebrate a very special occasion with a very special birthday wish! Find the perfect words to say happy birthday to someone special in your life with this selection of happy birthday wishes and greetings. Whether you’re sending a heartfelt birthday wish to a close family member or a funny birthday message to a good friend, wishing someone a happy 40th birthday or a happy 21st, you’re sure to find the perfect birthday wish in this special selection of happy birthday wishes and greetings!

  1. Happy birthday, sweetheart! You are one of my closest and truest friends, and I can't wait to share your special day with you!
  2. Today is such a special day, and I hope you enjoy every moment. Sending you my love and wishing you a very happy birthday!
  3. Let's light the candles and celebrate another year of awesome you! Happy birthday!
  4. Always special, always wonderful, and forever in my heart. Happy birthday to you, and may all your dreams come true!
  5. Happy birthday to the most beautiful, wonderful person I’ve ever known! I'm so grateful to have you in my life!
  6. You're an amazing and special person, and I wish you a most amazing and special birthday. Happy birthday to you!
  7. Wishing you an awesome birthday, and that everything you wish for comes true. Happy birthday!
  8. Happy birthday to such a charming, intelligent, and creative person. You remind me so much of myself!
  9. I hope you know how uniquely special you are to me. Happy birthday to a truly amazing person!
  10. Wishing you all the best on your special day! I hope your birthday is filled with happiness, joy, and laughter. Happy birthday!

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Happy 30th Birthday Wishes and Greetings

Celebrate this milestone birthday with the perfect happy birthday wish, saying, greeting, or message! Whether you’re looking for something funny or heartfelt, inspiring or lighthearted, you’re sure to find the right one in this selection of happy 30th birthday wishes, messages, and greetings. Find just the right words to make this special day extra special with a happy birthday wish they won’t soon forget!

  1. On this wonderful day I want to make sure you know how happy I am to have you in my life. Wishing you all the best on your 30th birthday!
  2. As you turn thirty, many things are bound to change. But I promise you one thing will always stay the same — I'll always be here for you. Happy 30th birthday, my dear.
  3. Wishing you all the happiness in the world, and a little bit extra for good measure. Happy birthday!
  4. As they saying goes, time flies when you're having fun. Wishing you a wonderful birthday, 30 years old is a milestone!
  5. Wishing you tons of fun on your big day. Happy 30th birthday!
  6. Wishing you an incredible year ahead as you kick off this new chapter in life. Happy 30th birthday!
  7. May you continue to be a blessing and an inspiration to all those around you. Let's celebrate 30 incredible years of you! Happy birthday!
  8. May this birthday be everything you want it to be and more. Happy 30th birthday!
  9. No matter where you go, always remember that you're valued and loved by those you know. Happy birthday!
  10. May your life continue to be filled with fun, adventure, and joy. Happy 30th birthday!

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Happy 50th Birthday Wishes and Greetings

Celebrate the big 5-0 in style with one of these heartfelt and meaningful happy 50th birthday wishes and greetings! From funny sayings to heartfelt messages, these happy birthday wishes are the perfect for someone celebrating their golden birthday. Whether you’re sending a happy birthday wish to a close family member or to a good friend, you’re sure to find the perfect words to wish a happy 50th birthday to any and every recipient!

  1. I sometimes forget that you're 50! May you always stay young at heart, and have a very happy birthday!
  2. Wishing you a most wonderful birthday! May it bring you many moments of love and laughter, and leave you with many beautiful memories to cherish.
  3. Sending my warmest birthday wishes to you! I hope you have an amazing day!
  4. Wishing you an incredible year ahead! May you be blessed with good health, good fortune, and good memories. Happy 50th birthday!
  5. Never lose touch with your inner child, even when you're 50! Happy birthday!
  6. At 50 you're old enough to finally hear this – age is a mindset! Think young, stay young. Happy 50th birthday!
  7. Today is all about you! Take in every minute and enjoy it to the fullest – happy birthday!
  8. You're one of the few people who age like fine wine, both inside and out. Happy birthday!
  9. It's so easy to forget that you're turning 50! Stay young at heart, and you'll never age. Happy birthday!
  10. Today is your day to have fun, to celebrate, to relax, and to just enjoy life. Celebrate and enjoy your birthday to the fullest – happy birthday!

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FAQ

What do you wish someone on their 40th birthday?

When someone you care about is celebrating their 40th birthday, you want to be sure that your happy birthday wish is a memorable one! Forty is a milestone birthday, the start of a new decade and a new phase in life. For this reason, you want your happy birthday wish to be something inspirational, positive, and genuine. You can never go wrong with a heartfelt, personal message, which is why you should take into account both the recipient’s personality and your relationship with them. A wish for a close friend or family member can be more detailed and personal, such as a expressing your hopes that they land a promotion that they’ve been working towards at work, for example. If you’re writing your birthday wish for someone with whom you’re not as close, you can simply wish them good health and success in the coming year. If you’re looking for inspiration, check out our selection of birthday wishes to help get you started on writing your own happy 40th birthday wish!

How do I write a funny 40th birthday message?

Writing a good funny 40th birthday message necessitates striking a delicate balance between humorous and heartfelt. Keep in mind that not everyone will appreciate a joke or a ribbing in their birthday wish, and that it may not be appropriate for every recipient. Carefully consider their personality and your relationship with them to see if a funny 40th birthday wish is a good fit. Most people will appreciate a funny birthday message, however, as it’s a sign that you’ve put a little extra thought and effort into the message. If you’ve determined that a funny birthday wish is the way to go, you should always take care to end your message with genuine wish for a happy birthday, and maybe even a sincere compliment. The joke should be lighthearted and fun – no dark humor or anything similar. Funny messages are also best left on the short side, so take care to not write too much, as it could detract from their humorous effect. If you want to be sure that the joke is well received, stick to jokes about “getting old” that reference lighthearted things; think “back in my day” type jokes. If you’re having trouble thinking of what to write, take a look at some funny birthday messages here at Styiens for a little bit of inspiration!

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