What does Father’s Day mean to your family? It might be a day out, lunch with the clan or dinner for two. And of course, those thoughtful gifts for Dad! But the best Father’s Day gifts aren’t always the ones in the biggest packages. Here’s our round-up of 25 messages to write on a Father’s Day card — because a well-worded card can be the most valued gift for Dad.
Simple messages to write on a Father’s Day card
Sometimes a few words can say it all. If you want to keep it simple but still let him know how much you care, try one of these classic lines:
- Thanks for being awesome
- Dad, you’re the greatest
- You’re a cool dad
- Love you to the moon
- To the best dad in the world
- Have the best day — you deserve it
- Happy daddy day
- Thanks for everything you do
- You’re a brilliant dad
Meaningful messages to write on a Father’s Day card
Want to tell Dad just how much he means to you? Sometimes it’s easier to write it down. Here’s a bit of inspo to get you started:
- Thanks for everything you’ve done for me
- Thanks Dad, I wouldn’t be me without you
- You mean the world to me
- Thank you for helping me grow
- Thanks for being there all my life
- Dad, I will always look up to you
- Thanks for believing in me
- Happy Father’s Day to my hero
Funny messages to write on a Father’s Day card
If your pa is one for a dad joke, he’ll appreciate a one liner so he can see his humour has been passed down a generation. These should raise a smile:
- Thanks Dad — you’re like a father to me
- To the world’s best dad, from the world’s best kid
- Happy Father’s Day to one of my favourite parents
- I didn’t get you a gift because you already have me!
- Cheers for spending all your money on me
- You’re the best Dad I’ve ever had
- You’ve done a great job — just look at me!
- I’m just here for the inheritance
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