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Back to You. Now you know how to say Merry Christmas in Japanese. And, you also know other holiday greetings like how to say Happy New Year in Japanese. Note: This lesson comes from JapanesePod101.com – where you can learn Japanese online with lessons and apps. Be sure to share these when the time comes! Do you know how to wish "Merry Christmas" and "Happy New Year" in Japanese? In this video, you'll learn different ways to say it with explanations from langu When using formal language in Japan, it’s essential to maintain respect and politeness. Here are a few phrases you can use to wish someone “Merry Christmas” in a formal context: メリークリスマス (Merii Kurisumasu): This is the direct translation of “Merry Christmas” into Japanese. It is widely understood and used, especially Saying Happy New Year . Unlike Christmas, observing the new year is a Japanese tradition. Japan has observed Jan. 1 as New Years Day since the late 1800s. Prior to that, the Japanese observed the new year at the end of January or beginning of February, much as the Chinese do based on the lunar calendar. In Japan, the holiday is known as Ganjitsu. Well, what I explained above is that in Japan we don’t usually say merry Christmas as greetings. New year greeting is more important to Japanese people and we exchange New Years cards just like Christmas cards in other countries. And the common phrase for new year is “Akemashite Omedetou gozaimasu “(a happy new year). Merry Christmas in Japanese. Now you know several different ways to say Merry Christmas in Japanese, and other ways to wish happy holidays to your Japanese friends. Check out these related posts to learn more about the festive season in Japan! How to Say Happy New Year in Japanese With each passing year, Christmas becomes more and more of a major annual event, and perhaps could be considered one of the most fun occasions for the Japanese. 2. Holiday Greetings and Wishes for the Holiday Season. 1- Merry Christmas! メリークリスマス！ Merīkurisumasu! Do you know how to say ‘Merry Christmas’ in Japanese? How do you say Merry Christmas and Happy New Year in Japanese? 2. Holiday Greetings and Wishes for the Holiday Season. 1- Merry Christmas! メリークリスマス！ Merīkurisumasu! 2- Happy Kwanzaa! クワンザおめでとう！ 3- Have a happy New Year! 良いお年を。 4- Happy Hanukkah! ハヌーカおめでとう！ 5- Have a great "Merry Christmas" in Japanese is メリークリスマス (merii kurisumasu). Learn more ways to say "merry Christmas" with this guide, which covers Japanese holiday phrases and vocabulary! Also included are fascinating notes about Christmas and New Year traditions in Japan, such as celebrating with a Christmas cake chicken from KFC. Have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year in Japanese! The winter holiday season is a wonderful time to be in Japan and experience Japanese culture. Best yet, as you’ve learned, you can experience a mix of both modern and traditional celebrations in one short time frame! But these are just 4 of the 7 important phrases that Japanese people use to say “Happy New Year“. Read on, if you want to know all the common new year greetings that are used before and after the new year including the most formal and the most casual ones. How to Say “Happy New Year” in Japanese You can just say “Merry Christmas” And we say “happy new year” or akemashite omedetoh あけまして おめでとう More polite way is akemashite omedetoh gozaimasu あけましておめでとうございます|Yes! Merry Christmas is 'メリークリスマス！' Happy New Year has two ways of saying. Till December 31, we say よいお年をお迎えください＝よい おとしを おむかえ ください＝yoi otoshi wo omukae kudasai. From January 1 to 7(In some areas in Japan, to 10 or to 15.), we say あけましておめでとうございます＝akemashite omedetou gozaimasu. English: ‘Merry Christmas is typically followed by someone saying and a Happy New Year! Japanese: ‘メリー クリスマスは、通常、誰かが言っていると幸せな新年が続きます ！ 1. Christmas Eve Dating. In Japan, Christmas Eve is considered a romantic holiday, much like Valentine's Day in other countries. Couples often spend this night together, enjoying special dinners, watching Christmas lights, or exchanging small gifts. The Japanese kanji for Happy New Year is 明けましておめでとうございます. We learn the kanji for happy new year and also how tos ay Happy New Year in Japanese. The Japanese language is renowned for its intricate writing system, with kanji characters playing a significant role in its richness and complexity. One of the most culturall 크리스마스 (Keuriseumaseu) is the most common word for “Christmas” in Korean, while 성탄절 (Seongtanjeol) is a less commonly used alternative.; The standard way of saying “Merry Christmas” in Korean is 크리스마스 잘 보내세요 (keuriseumaseu jal bonaeseyo). You can say "Prettige Kerstdagen," "Vrolijk Kerstfeest en een Gelukkig Nieuwjaar," (tossing in a "Happy New Year" for good measure) or simply "Zalig Kerstfeest!" 6 Say "Merry Christmas" in German. Christmas – e- Shoma Mobarak: Dutch: Vrolijk Kerstfeest en een Gelukkig Nieuwjaar! Egyptian: Colo sana wintom tiebeen: Elfdalian: Guoð juol og guott ny’tt år: English: Merry Christmas and Happy New Year: Eritrean: Rehus- Beal – Ledeat: Erzya: Roštuva marto: Роштува марто: Esperanto: Gajan Kristnaskon: Estonian: Ruumsaid 30 Other Ways to Say “Merry Christmas and Happy New Year” Wishing you a joyful Christmas and a bright New Year. May your holidays be filled with cheer and your New Year with hope. Sending warm wishes for a magical Christmas and a prosperous New Year. Have a wonderful Christmas and a fantastic New Year ahead.
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