Happy 40th Birthday.

40 Ideas for Fun 40th Birthday Wishes

As the 40th birthday of your loved one approaches, it’s time to start thinking about that perfect wish! Are you looking for funny, heartfelt, or inspirational messages? We’ve got you covered with these 40th birthday wishes that will make their special day even more memorable. From traditional greetings to witty quotes, find the perfect words to celebrate your friend or family member’s milestone birthday and make them feel appreciated on this important day. Keep reading for some creative ideas to get you started!

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Say Happy 40th Birthday with These Witty Messages!

For a humorous take on the big 4-0, try one of these witty 40th birthday quotes

  • 40 is just a number — unless it’s followed by “percent off”!
  • At 40, life begins… your mortgage and midlife crisis!
  • It took 40 years to look this good!
  • The good news is you’re still young. The bad news is you’re not as young as you used to be.
  • When I turned 40, my wife didn’t give me a present. She gave me a sense of humor.
  • Congrats on making it to the big 4-0! Time for a rest – you deserve it!
  • Aging seems to be the only available way to live a long life.
  • 40 is when you finally get your head together and your body starts falling apart.
  • At 40 you realize that it’s better to be wise than to be clever!
  • They say life begins at 40, but I think it’s more like life begins to slow down at 40. Happy Birthday!
  • So, your new f-word is forty. Congrats, and enjoy this fantastic decade!
  • You know you’re getting old when it takes longer to rest than to do the things that need resting from.
  • Forty is not old, unless you’re a tree.It’s not just about age, it’s about experience – happy 40th birthday!
  • Happy 40th birthday! Now you can finally act your age!
  • If you’re finding turning 40 hard to swallow, just wait until your doctor starts adding pills to it. Happiest of birthdays to you!
  • So, it’s your 40th birthday? Age is an issue of mind over matter: if you don’t mind, then it doesn’t matter! Happy Birthday 🙂
  • Forget about turning 40 – just think of it as turning 19 again…with 21 years of experience!
  • Congratulations on making it to 40! You’re officially over the hill, but at least you can enjoy the view from up here.

The Perfect Words for a Memorable 40th Birthday Wish For Her

 Use one of these for a female friend turning the big 4-0.

  • Here’s wishing you an extra bit of joy and laughter on your special day. May your 40th birthday be as fabulous as you are!
  • Forty looks good on you, girl! Wishing you many more years of happiness and success in life ahead.
  • Happy 40th Birthday!! May it bring lots of surprises and moments that will remain forever in your heart and memory!
  • Congratulations on joining the exclusive club of 40-year-olds! May your 40th birthday mark the start of an even more incredible journey in life.
  • Wishing you a happy 40th birthday! Keep smiling and stay positive no matter what comes your way.
  • Here’s to another wonderful year ahead! Stay young, vibrant, and fabulous at 40!
  • Congratulations on reaching your milestone age of forty! Let this be a reminder that life only gets better with age so enjoy every moment of it.
  • Wishing you a happy 40th birthday! May your special day be filled with all the fun, laughter, and joy that you bring to our lives every day!
  • It’s hard to believe you’re already 40 years young! Here’s wishing you an amazing 40th birthday celebration full of surprises and happy memories.

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Celebrate the Big 4-0 With These Creative Greetings for Him

 Use one of these when he’s turning 40 on his birthday.

  • Happy 40th Birthday! Here’s to another 40 years of laughter and adventure!
  • Make sure you take time to enjoy the little things in life – they’ll be the big things when you look back!
  • You have so many wonderful memories behind you and so much to look forward to ahead – happy 40th birthday!
  • Forty looks good on you, and life is just getting started!
  • Wishing you a fabulous 40th birthday filled with love, laughter, and joy!
  • Happy 40th birthday! You’re a source of inspiration and positivity.
  • Cheers to the best years of your life yet – happy 40th!
  • Age is only a number so don’t let it keep you from having fun – happy 40th!
  • Here’s wishing you a happy 40th birthday and many more joyful years ahead.
  • The best way to celebrate your 40th birthday is with lots of laughter – so let’s get this party started!

Inspirational 40th Birthday Quotes To A Friend

For an inspirational message, try one of these great life advice with inspiring 40th birthday wishes like:

  • Forty is the old age of youth, and the youth of old age. Victor Hugo
  • You are never too old to set another goal or to dream a new dream. C.S. Lewis
  • Life isn’t about finding yourself. Life is about creating yourself. George Bernard Shaw
  • It takes a long time to become young.  Pablo Picasso
  • At 40, life is just beginning. Unknown
  • At forty, you can be either wise or bitter – it’s your choice. Unknown
  • Forty is a tremendous age! You have gained more wisdom than years. Let joy guide your days!
  • On this special day, celebrate all that you’ve accomplished and all that’s yet to come. Happy 40th Birthday!
  • Happy 40th birthday! May you enjoy the best of health, wealth and joy in the years ahead.
  • Have an absolutely fabulous 40th birthday – make sure you enjoy every minute of it!
  • Hope you have an amazing 40th birthday full of good wishes, happy memories, and lots of laughs! Wishing you all the best in this new chapter of life. Have fun and stay safe! Celebrate big and live it up! Here’s to many more years to come!
  • Enjoy the ride – Forty is only the beginning of a wonderful new journey in life. Happy 40th Birthday!
  • Cheers to your 40th birthday – may it be filled with joy, adventure, and success! Enjoy every moment as you enter into this new decade with excitement. All the best for your special day!
  • Wishing you a happy 40th birthday! May all your dreams come true and may life be kind to you with every passing year!

If you think of famous quotes like a touch of wisdom for your messages, don’t miss our collection with Famous Quotes To Use As Birthday Wishes

Funny, Heartfelt & Inspiring 40th Birthday Quotes On Images

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Whatever message you choose, don’t forget to end it on an upbeat note with a heartfelt “Happy 40th Birthday!” and best wishes for the future. With that kind of encouragement, your special someone will be ready to take on the world — or at least their next four decades in style! Wishing them all the happiness and success life has to offer. And of course, don’t forget the classic “40 is the new 30!” for some extra chuckles.

Cheers!

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Elias Malassidis

Elias's tendency to storytelling could have been a hereditary thing, but his love for everything urban, for all things modern, and for the answer to the question 'why' all led him to his personal quest for self-fulfillment.

He has been a leading member of the team behind Birthday Wishes Expert, and has served as the chief editor on the website.

He is an avid traveller, a film director, and a recording artist under the moniker El Buho.

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