How are birthdays usually celebrated in your country?
What gifts so people receive on their birthdays in your country?
Do people eat special food on their birthdays in your country?
Which birthday is most important in your culture?
- Throw a party (= have a party)
Most people throw a party on their 21 st birthday - Let one’s hair down (=enjoy oneself)
People can really let their hair down on their birthday - Push the boat out/paint the town red (= have a big celebration)
On their 21 st birthday most people really push the boat out/paint the town red.
