French Phrase
Mon anniv' c'est le 3 juillet.
Meaning
This phrase is a casual and very common way to state one's birthday in French. It uses the slang abbreviation 'anniv' for 'anniversaire' and the colloquial 'c'est' structure to link the subject to the date.
When to use
Use this phrase in informal settings, such as chatting with friends, classmates, or close colleagues. It is perfect for relaxed social interactions but should be avoided in formal administrative contexts.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Monanniv'c'estle3juillet
Mon
The masculine singular possessive adjective, used here because 'anniversaire' is a masculine noun.
Anniv'
A common informal truncation of 'anniversaire'. The apostrophe indicates the missing letters.
C'est le
The standard construction for identifying dates; 'c'est' (it is) followed by the definite article 'le'.
🗨In Conversation
C'est quand, ton anniversaire ?
When is your birthday?
Mon anniv' c'est le 3 juillet.
My birthday is July 3rd.
✕Common Mistakes
Mon anniv' est en 3 juillet.
Always use the definite article 'le' before a specific date, never 'en'.
Mon anniv' c'est le 3 de juillet.
In French, you state the number and the month directly without using 'de' (of).
↔Alternatives
Mon anniversaire est le 3 juillet.
My birthday is July 3rd (Standard).
Je suis né le 3 juillet.
I was born on July 3rd.
Cultural Tip
The abbreviation 'anniv' is part of a French linguistic trend called 'apocope,' where the end of a word is dropped. While 'anniv' is great for speaking, always use the full word 'anniversaire' in writing or formal situations.