To congratulate someone on Christmas in German, there are various ways. Here are 10 of the most relevant ones:
1. Merry Christmas – Frohe/Fröhliche Weihnachten
This is the most common holiday greeting of all. Most likely, you'll hear these phrases from every other person as the end of the year approaches.
2. Happy Holidays – Ein Frohes Fest/Schöne Feiertage
Another common greeting. A more general way to wish someone joy during the festive days. It is certainly a more inclusive greeting.
3. Best wishes for the New Year – Alles Gute zum Neuen Jahr
This phrase can be used similarly to how it is in the Russian language. The meaning is the same.
4. Peace on Earth – Frieden auf Erden
Surprisingly, this way of wishing someone a Merry Christmas in German is still quite common in Germany. Although over the years, this phrase is used less frequently.
5. Christmas is a time to remember – Weihnachtszeit ist Erinnerungszeit
Christmas is always full of memories and joy. This phrase emphasizes just that.
An excellent way to congratulate someone, be it close friends or relatives. Although there are no restrictions on using this phrase.
6. May all your wishes come true – Mögen sich all deine Wünsche erfüllen
Of course, everyone always wants someone's Christmas wishes to come true. With this phrase, you can express just that.
7. I would like to convey a lovely greeting from St. Nicholas to you – Ich möchte dir einen lieben Nikolausgruß überreichen
Although it may sound a bit unusual in other languages, essentially it means that you are greeting someone as warmly as if you were St. Nicholas!
8. You make Christmas more festive – Du machst Weihnachten festlicher
This is a perfect way to let someone know how much you appreciate them.
9.Come, Lord Jesus, be our guest, and bless what you have bestowed upon us – Komm, Herr Jesu, sei du unser Gast, und segne, was du uns beschert hast
This is a common table prayer that you will likely hear when enjoying most meals during this season. There are variations of this prayer, but they may vary depending on the individual.
10. Cheers – Prost
This is a common toast used in many contexts, whether you're sipping wine at a warm and contemplative Christmas party or dancing in a lively gathering. It's almost obligatory for any kind of beverage in social settings.
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In addition to the common greetings, you might say, "I hope your Christmas is filled with love and joy" using the phrase "Ich hoffe, dein Weihnachten ist voller Liebe und Freude". Also, to express gratitude for a Christmas gift, you can use the phrase "Danke für das Geschenk" which means "Thank you for the gift".
