“Frohe Weihnachten”
Merry Christmas
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Literal Translation
Word for word: “Joyful holy nights”
Pronunciation
/ˈfʁoːə ˈvaɪ̯ˌnaxtn̩/
When to Use This Phrase
Germans celebrate mainly on Christmas Eve (Heiligabend, 24 December), when presents are exchanged, and both 25 and 26 December are public holidays. You'll also hear 'Fröhliche Weihnachten' and 'Frohes Fest'.
Example Sentences
Frohe Weihnachten und einen guten Rutsch ins neue Jahr!
Merry Christmas and a happy New Year!
Wir wünschen euch frohe Weihnachten!
We wish you a merry Christmas!
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