Spanish vocabulary · Beginner
Best Wishes in Spanish: Los Mejores Deseos
Los Mejores Deseos · phrase · lohs meh-HOH-rehs deh-SEH-ohs
The English phrase 'best wishes' translates to los mejores deseos or mis mejores deseos in Spanish. It is used in greeting cards, emails, and spoken well-wishes for celebrations, holidays, and milestones.
Pronounce los mejores deseos as lohs meh-HOH-rehs deh-SEH-ohs.
Te envío mis mejores deseos para el nuevo año.
I send you my best wishes for the new year.
Best Wishes in Spanish: Quick Reference
Below are the most common Spanish words for best wishes, with pronunciation and regional usage notes.
| Spanish | English | Pronunciation | Region / Register |
|---|---|---|---|
| los mejores deseos | best wishes | lohs meh-HOH-rehs deh-SEH-ohs | Default, widely understood |
| mis mejores deseos | best wishes | my best wishes | |
| saludos cordiales | best wishes | warm regards, in formal emails |
How Native Speakers Use Los Mejores Deseos
Real example sentences across three contexts you'll actually run into.
Birthday card
¡Feliz cumpleaños! Te envío mis mejores deseos.
Happy birthday! I send you my best wishes.
Writing in a birthday card.
Email closing
Quedo a su disposición. Saludos cordiales.
I remain at your service. Best wishes.
Signing off a formal email.
New Year greeting
Les deseamos lo mejor para este nuevo año. ¡Los mejores deseos!
We wish you the best for this new year. Best wishes!
A holiday greeting message.
Avoid These Mistakes When Using Los Mejores Deseos
Literal word-by-word translation
Incorrect: Mejores deseos. (without article)
Correct: Mis mejores deseos.
In Spanish, the possessive mis (my) or the article los is typically included to sound natural: mis mejores deseos or los mejores deseos.
Using buenos deseos incorrectly
Incorrect: Te mando buenos wishes.
Correct: Te mando mis mejores deseos.
Mixing languages is incorrect. The full Spanish phrase is mis mejores deseos.
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Common Questions About Best Wishes in Spanish
- How do you say 'best wishes' in Spanish?
- The standard translation is mis mejores deseos (my best wishes) or los mejores deseos (the best wishes), used in cards, emails, and spoken greetings.
- How do you close a formal email with 'best wishes' in Spanish?
- Common formal closings include saludos cordiales (warm regards), un cordial saludo, or atentamente (sincerely), which serve the same function as 'best wishes.'
- Can I use 'best wishes' for condolences in Spanish?
- For condolences, use mi más sentido pésame (my deepest condolences) instead of mis mejores deseos, which is reserved for positive occasions.