Birthday Party & Celebration: 18 Everyday English Words

The day each year that marks when someone was born.

Example: My birthday is in October.

A message asking someone to come to an event.

Example: The invitation says the party starts at two.

A social event where people celebrate together.

Example: We are having a party after lunch.

A person invited to an event or someone’s home.

Example: Each guest chose a party hat.

The person or family welcoming guests.

Example: The host showed us where to put our coats.

A gift given to someone.

Example: I wrapped the present in blue paper.

A bag used to hold a present or small party treats.

Example: The gift bag had a card inside.

A sweet baked food often served at celebrations.

Example: We cut the birthday cake after singing.

A small stick of wax with a wick that can burn.

Example: She blew out the candle.

A rubber or foil decoration filled with air or gas.

Example: A red balloon floated above the table.

To make a place look special by adding decorations.

Example: We decorate the room before the guests arrive.

Something unexpected.

Example: The party was a surprise.

A hope for something you would like to happen.

Example: He made a wish before blowing out the candles.

A thin or flat piece cut from something larger.

Example: I had one slice of cake.

A flat dish used for food.

Example: Put the cupcake on a plate.

A piece of paper or cloth used to wipe hands or mouth.

Example: Please take a napkin with your snack.

A picture made with a camera.

Example: We took a group photo.

The work of making a place tidy after an activity.

Example: Everyone helped with cleanup.