101 Best 18th Birthday Wishes, Messages, And Quotes

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An 18th birthday marks a person’s entry into adulthood and is a milestone occasion. So, sending the birthday boy or girl some heartfelt 18th birthday wishes is one of the best ways to let them know they are special.

This special and joyous occasion calls for special greetings, and we are here to help you with that. So, choose some warm wishes and messages from this long list, and send them to the wonderful person celebrating their birthday.

101 18th Birthday Messages

Simple, sweet, heartfelt, and happy 18th birthday messages to tell your loved one about the incredible journey they can look forward to.

1. May you have an abundance of God’s blessings with you today and every day of your life,Happy 18th birthday!

2. Congratulations on turning 18! May your birthday be as bright as your smile.

3. Enjoy this special moment of your life as you turn 18 today. Here’s a toast to the happy future ahead. Happy 18th birthday!

4. Having turned 18, you are at the right place to start envisioning your future. From where I stand, I can see you doing great things.

5. Welcome to the adulthood club. Happy 18th birthday.

6. Your 18th birthday opens the doors to happy adulthood. Welcome and have fun!

7. Age is a number that you may want to forget when you are older but today, you definitely want to flaunt that 18 as much as you can. Welcome to the carnival and get onboard your first ride of adulthood.

8. Here’s my best wishes for you to make the best of your adult life. Congratulations on this momentous occasion of your 18th birthday.

9. As you embark on the grand adventure of adulthood, remember the lessons that you learned during childhood. Happy 18th birthday.

10. 18岁生日是一个童年到成年仪式of passage. See you on the other side. Happy 18th celebrations.

18th Birthday Messages For A Friend

Be it 18 or 81, friendships always stay the same. You can speak from your heart to your friend and let them know how happy you are for them on their 18th birthday.

11. Hope this 18th birthday will inspire you to start that wonderful journey that you have always wanted your life to be.

12. Happy 18th birthday! Live life king size, laugh ‘till it hurts and celebrate like you have never had a birthday before!

13. You were awesome before, you are awesome now at 18, and you’ll still be awesome at 80. Happy birthday to you.

14. You’ve waited for this day for so long. Finally, you have the chance to paint the town red, officially. Let’s do this, bestie. Happy 18th birthday.

15. No one can say anymore ‘Hey kid, this is for us older folks’. You are officially one of them now. Let’s have a cheerful and fabulous 18th celebration party.

16. You are too old to play pranks now….. Says who? Happy 18th to the adult who’s still a child at heart.

17. Officially an adult but in every other way, you are just the same person that I’ve known for 18 grand years. Let’s celebrate your 18th with a wild, fantastic party.

18. Childhood was a sweet ride with parents taking care of everything. Now you’re 18 and life is going to be a crazy ride with you getting to do what you always wanted. Happy birthday.

19. You turn 18 today. An adult. But that can wait until tomorrow. For now, let’s party like crazy. Bring on the birthday celebrations
20. As you step into the first day of your life as an adult, I can’t wait to get you to do everything I can’t ask my parents to. 18th birthday greetings and wishes, buddy.

Funny 18th Birthday Wishes

These funny 18th birthday messages are a great way to start the party with a smile and some ribbing.

21. Eighteen is the perfect age. You’re not old enough to regret mistakes and are young enough to make a few more. Happy birthday!

22. Now you have become an adult, do you have to become wise as well? Never mind. Maybe you’ll improve with age. Happy 18th.

23. I’ll let you in on a secret on your 18th birthday. Just because you’re now an adult doesn’t mean you need to actually grow up.

24. So, you aren’t allowed to goof around with the kids anymore. And the adults don’t think you are old enough to hang out with them. How’s it like to turn 18?

25. You are 18 – an age where you will be treated as an adult to be responsible, but you won’t be given any major responsibilities. Enjoy the confusion!

18th Birthday Wishes For Daughter

These 18th birthday messages will make your beloveddaughter feel cherishedand loved as she should on her special day.

26. You have brought us much joy over the past 18 years, and now as you step into adulthood, we cannot help but rejoice. Happy birthday, darling.

27. Our little girl is now an adult. When did you grow up and become this wonderful, compassionate woman that we can be so proud of? Happy 18th birthday, lovely daughter.

28. Can I just imagine that my little baby girl hasn’t grown up but is just a happy 8-year-old with 10 years of experience? Happy 18th, my baby.

29. The little angel who came into our lives is ready to spread her wings now. Go rock the world, baby girl. Happy 18th birthday.

30. As you embark on your new journey into adulthood, all I want for you is to get all the success I had and none of the challenges. Happy 18th birthday, dear daughter.

31. May you achieve every dream you have and fulfill your greatest potential. Happy 18th birthday.

32. When I remember the tiny little baby that came into my arms 18 years ago, I can’t believe she has grown into this beautiful woman who stands before me today. You’ll always be my little girl, my 18-year-old superstar.

33. On this grand day as you take your first step into adulthood, know that you have the strength in you to make a change in this world. Happy 18th, daughter.

18th Birthday Wishes For Son

As thebirthday boyenters this wonderful stage of life with his 18th celebration, wish him lots of joy with these messages.

34. Raising a naughty little boy was a roller coaster. Watching you grow into this wonderful person is reward enough. Happy 18th, my son.

35. As you step into manhood officially, just remember that your Dad still has your back if you ever need me. Happiest 18th birthday, son.

36. You can celebrate your 18th birthday as much as you want but let’s not tell the people I’m old enough to have an adult son, shall we? Happy birthday, my darling boy.

37. When I look at you, I know that there’s something I did just right. Enjoy this wonderful stage of life that you step into as you turn 18 today.

38. You made parenting seem like a grand adventure. I am curious to see how you handle the thrills on your own from now on. Remember that I am always here, ready to come along for the ride. Happy birthday, son.

39. From my darling little boy to a responsible young man- you’ve come a long way. Happy 18th birthday, son.

40. You taught me what it is tofather a son, watch him grow up into a strapping young man who is ready to take on the world. As you step into adulthood, I have nothing but pride and joy to see the man you have become. Happy 18th birthday, son.

41. From my little baby son to being my support system, when did you get so big? Wish you nothing but joy as you turn 18 today.

18th Birthday Wishes For Best Friend

Your wonderful friend deserves a wonderful birthday. Light up their special day and congratulate them with these birthday messages.

42. Good wishes to you as you enter the phase where you can enjoy yourself as adults do. Happy birthday, bestie and wait for me before you start the party.

43. The 18th birthday milestone brings with it many responsibilities. I know you’ll ace them like you ace everything else. Happy birthday, buddy.

44. This is the day you want to make some great memories that you’ll remember the rest of your life. After all, the first day of adulthood doesn’t roll by again.

45. If becoming an adult brings more responsibility, it also brings freedom. Focus on the good stuff, buddy. Happy 18th birthday.

46. Dearest buddy, happy first birthday- As an adult.

47. You are old enough to fend for yourself now. But not old enough to never need a friend by your side. I’m still right here for you, bestie. Happy birthday.

48. The way you look may change, the way you talk may change, what you want in life may change but the one thing that will never change is our friendship. Happy adulthood, buddy.

49. Adulthood comes with a host of challenges and trials. I’m right here beside you every step of the way as always. Happy birthday, best friend.

50. We’ve always had each other’s backs. Adulthood isn’t changing any of that. Happy birthday to my best friend.

51. Life has a lot more to offer now that you are an adult. Let’s enjoy the tasting to the fullest. Happy 18th birthday, amigo.

52. My childhood would have not been the same if it wasn’t for you in it. Here’s to staying friends for life. Happy 18, buddy.

18th Birthday Quotes

These birthday quotes are just what you need when you are searching for the right words to put on a card or note.

53. “Common sense is the collection of prejudices acquired by age 18”– Albert Einstein

54. “I mean, 18 years old is the age of consent in Europe and you can go anywhere and do anything you like. In America, it is dumb. At 18 you should be able to do anything that you like, except get married”– John Entwistle

55. “And in the end, it’s not the years in your life that count. It’s the life in your years”– Abraham Lincoln.

56. “Nobody understands anyone 18, including those who are 18”– Jim Bishop

57. “How old would you be if you didn’t know how old you are?”– Satchel Paige

58. “Every age can be enchanting, provided you live within it”– Brigitte Bardot

59. “We turn not older with years, but newer every day”– Emily Dickinson

60. “The secret of staying young is to live honestly, eat slowly, and lie about your age”– Lucille Ball

61. “The great thing about getting older is that you don’t lose all the other ages you’ve been”– Madeleine L’Engle

62. “I’m not getting old. I’m getting better”– Shirley Bassey

63. “The aging process has you firmly in its grasp if you never get the urge to throw a snowball”– Doug Larson

64. “A birth date is a reminder to celebrate the life as well as to update the life”– Amit Kalantri

65. “You only live once, but if you do it right, once is enough”– Mae West

66. “Every year on your birthday, you get a chance to start new”– Sammy Hagar

18th Birthday Quotes For Yourself

Who says you can’t celebrate your own birthday? Here are the birthday quotes you need to give yourself a pep talk on this special day.

67. “At 18 our convictions are hills from which we look; at forty-five they are caves in which we hide”– F. Scott Fitzgerald

68. “…at the end of the day, I’m 18, and I’m going to fall in love”– Selena Gomez

69. “The way I see it, you should live every day like it’s your birthday”– Paris Hilton

70. “Life would be infinitely happier if we could only be born at the age of 80 and gradually approach 18”– Mark Twain

71. “I cried on my 18th birthday. I thought 17 was such a nice age. You’re young enough to get away with things, but you’re old enough, too”– Liv Tyler

72. “I intend to live forever — so far, so good!”– Stephen Wright

73. “I just want to celebrate another day of livin’ I just want to celebrate another day of life”– Rare Earth

Inspirational Messages For 18th Birthday

These inspirational messages impart the right attitude towards life as your loved one embarks on their journey into adulthood.

74. Turning 18 means to step into adulthood. I wish you the strength and confidence to face the responsibilities that come with this birthday. Happy 18th birthday.

75. Every birthday is a time for something special to happen in your life. My best wishes to you to make the best of your life ahead with all the elegance, grace and intelligence that I know you possess.

76. On your 18th birthday, my wish for you is that you never stop dreaming or reaching for the stars.

77. The most valuable trait in the young is the confidence to take on new challenges. On your 18th birthday, I wish for you to make the best use of this trait to fulfill all your dreams.

78. You have done some amazing things in life in the 18 years you have lived. Here’s wishing you the strength to achieve many more incredible goals in your life ahead. Happy 18th birthday.

Crazy 18th Birthday Captions

18岁生日上得到疯狂的消息rd. After all, your friend has just joined the adulthood club, and it doesn’t happen every year.

79. Celebrating 18 years of awesome YOU! And your equally awesome best friend, ME!

80. Cheers to you, friend, and here’s to our awesome 18 years of fun, frolic and memories. Here’s to making new ones.

81. Happy 18th! You don’t look a day over 15.

82. To the sexiest, funniest, smartest person I know, besides me. Happy 18th birthday!

83. This is the time to rock the world. If not now, then what’ll you smile about when you are 80? Happy 18th birthday!

84. Happy adulthood! The future may hold a lot of surprises. Enjoy the journey…

85. It’s not about the number of candles on your cake…it’s about the number of smiles you bring. And that’s far more than 18. Happiest 18th birthday celebrations.

86. You’re 18! Not too young to start living your dream! What are you waiting for??!!

87. 就因为你长大了,你不喜欢have to start acting like one. Okay? Have an awesome and delightful birthday.

88. You were always an awesome kid, now you’re an awesome adult. Happy adulthood.

89. So now you are officially an adult. I can start coming to you now for advice! Happy 18th birthday.

Words Of Wisdom For 18th Birthday

Some wise words help your loved one as they move into this important stage of life where they have to start taking responsibility for their own decisions.

90. Youth passes by too soon. Make the best of these years and enjoy your entry into adulthood.

91. Turning 18 is about enjoying freedom on one hand and fulfilling responsibility on the other. May you embrace this new phase with grace and maturity. I hope you can strike the perfect balance in doing both. Happy 18th birthday.

92. You are entering a special time in your life when you are balancing right on the edge of adulthood. Enjoy your special 18th birthday and welcome to our world.

93. Turning 18 means becoming responsible for your actions but it also means being in charge of your life. Strike the balance right and you are in for fun times. Happy 18th birthday.

94. You are not too old to recall your childhood fondly, nor too young to act like an adult. This is the perfect time for you to reach for those dreams that you always had. Happy birthday as you turn 18.

95. Finally, you get to decide what to do with your life. Make the best choices and achieve the greatness you were always meant for.

96. Life is waiting around the corner to surprise you with grand new experiences. Embrace it all and find your destiny. Happy birthday, new adult.

97. Just think of each day as your birthday. Live life to the fullest, fill it with joy for you and those around you. Happy birthday, friend.

18th Birthday Poems

吸引你的信用证oved one’s poetic side with these beautiful verses taking the place of the usual birthday wishes.

98. Happy Birthday
    This is a very special day
    Your friendship has filled my life far beyond what words can say
    I give thanks to the Lord for sending you my way
    That’s why we celebrate today
    Happy Birthday!
    – Udiah (witness to Yah)

99. A Happy Birthday
    This evening, I sat by an open window
    and read till the light was gone and the book
    was no more than a part of the darkness.
    I could easily have switched on a lamp,
    but I wanted to ride this day down into night,
    to sit alone and smooth the unreadable page
    with the pale gray ghost of my hand.
    – Ted Kooser

100. A Birthday
     My heart is like a singing bird
     巢的水会拍摄;
     My heart is like an apple-tree
     Whose boughs are bent with thickset fruit;
     My heart is like a rainbow shell
     That paddles in a halcyon sea;
     My heart is gladder than all these
     Because my love is come to me.Raise me a dais of silk and down;
     Hang it with vair and purple dyes;
     Carve it in doves and pomegranates,
     And peacocks with a hundred eyes;
     Work it in gold and silver grapes,
     In leaves and silver fleurs-de-lys;
     Because the birthday of my life
     Is come, my love is come to me.
     – Christina Rossetti

101. Birthday Lights
     Light bulbs on a birthday cake.
     What a difference that would make!
     Plug it in and make a wish,
     then relax and flip a switch!
     No more smoke
     or waxy mess
     to bother any birthday guests.
     But Grampa says, “it’s not the same!
     Where’s the magic?
     Where’s the flame?
     To get your wish without a doubt,
     You need to blow some candles out!”

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