German Christmas Cards - Fröhliche Weihnachten - Merry Xmas Greetings in German language – Elf Gnomes Vintage design - Wishes to Germany - Blank inside to write own message

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There you have it—now you know how to say “Merry Christmas” in German, as well as 10 other phrases ( and some extra goodies) that will help you enjoy a German Christmas! You can tap on any word to look it up instantly. Every definition has examples that have been written to help you understand how the word is used. If you see an interesting word you don't know, you can add it to a vocabulary list. While this may sound a little funky in English, it’s essentially saying that you would give someone a greeting as warm as if you were Saint Nicholas! 8. You make Christmas merrier

This is a common drinking toast used in many contexts, whether you’re sipping wine at a warm and reflective Christmas gathering or partying hard.

German Christmas Sayings

This is our favorite German new year greeting. Literally translating to “a good slide,” this is how to wish someone a happy new year. Alles Gute zum neuen Jahr!

We carry a wide selection of Christmas themed products that are perfect gifts for the holidays. Take a look at our German Christmas pyramids, ornaments and beer steins for a proper celebration of the season. All of our products are sure to surprise your favorite beer enthusiasts and bring in the holiday cheer. Christmas is always full of memories and joy, and this phrase points out just that. 6. May all your wishes come true Advent calendars are the classic way to anticipate Christmas. While Advent’s start date fluctuates, all our calendars begin on December 1st and run through Christmas. Chocolate free, our calendars let you count down the days without counting the calories. Countless Christmas traditions originate from Germany, so it only makes sense that we learn how to talk about the holiday in German.This may sound a little strange to an English speaker’s ears, but to wish someone a “well-behaved Christ child” is to wish good fortune and gifts for another’s Christmas. Unlike many English-speaking countries around the world, Germans typically celebrate Christmas on der Heiligabend (Christmas Eve), rather than on Christmas Day. On Christmas on der Heiligabend, German families open presents, exchange German Christmas wishes, have Christmas dinner, decorate the Christmas tree, and attend Christmas Mass. Of course, we always want all of someone’s Christmas wishes to come true, and now you can tell them that! 7. I wish to give you a loving Nicholas greeting Here are some extra words that you’re likely to encounter in a German-speaking country during Christmas time:

Gift Exchange — Germans complete their gift exchange on Christmas Eve, rather than on Christmas Day. FluentU takes authentic videos—like music videos, movie trailers, news and inspiring talks—and turns them into personalized language learning lessons. We even have Christmas cards which double as Advent calendars, great to send to family and friends who may not be able to find a real, German Advent calendar for sale near their home. Shop for Other Great Christmas GiftsNow you know how to give your warmest holiday welcome to your loved ones in person and how to write a Christmas card in German to send to your friends from afar! Christmas is, without a doubt, one of the most enchanting times of year, and Germany is one of the most enchanting places to celebrate it. It's using the right content and tools, like FluentU has to offer! Browse hundreds of videos, take endless quizzes and master the German language faster than you've ever imagine!

Sankt Nikolaus Tag — Also known as Saint Nicholas Day, this celebration takes place December 6 and features Saint Nikolaus giving out candy and small gifts to the kids. The night before, kids put their shoes outside their door to receive their treats. Ich möchte dir einen lieben Nikolausgruß überreichen — I wish to give you a loving Nicholas greeting

Watching a fun video, but having trouble understanding it? FluentU brings native videos within reach with interactive subtitles. While you’ll probably hear this one more in a song, it’s still pretty common. 5. Christmas is a time to remember