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How to Say "Happy new year" in Spanish
Say 'Happy New Year!' in Spanish with this common and festive greeting. Perfect for ringing in the new year.
¡Feliz Año Nuevo!
feh-LEES AH-nyoh noo-EH-vohneutral
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Use this phrase when greeting friends, family, or colleagues as the clock strikes midnight on New Year's Eve, or anytime on New Year's Day.
Alternatives
- ¡Feliz Año!A shorter, more casual version often used among friends.
- ¡Próspero Año Nuevo!A more formal wish for a prosperous new year.
Ways to get it wrong
Missing exclamation points
Spanish uses opening and closing exclamation points for emphasis.
Incorrect accent on 'Año'
The tilde (~) over the 'n' is crucial for correct pronunciation and meaning.
A small cultural note
This is the standard greeting across Spanish-speaking countries. You might also hear '¡Feliz 2024!' or similar, specifying the year.
Frequently asked
how to say happy new year in spanish
The most common way is '¡Feliz Año Nuevo!'. It directly translates to 'Happy New Year!'.
is feliz año nuevo formal or informal
'¡Feliz Año Nuevo!' is generally neutral and works in most situations. For a more casual vibe with close friends, you can shorten it to '¡Feliz Año!'.
what does feliz año nuevo mean
It literally means 'Happy New Year'. It's a festive greeting used to celebrate the start of a new calendar year.
How to wish someone a happy new year in Spanish?
The most common way to wish someone a happy new year in Spanish is '¡Feliz año nuevo!'. This directly translates to 'Happy new year!'.
Can you say 'Feliz año nuevo'?
Yes, 'Feliz año nuevo' is the standard and widely understood way to say 'Happy new year' in Spanish.
What do Mexicans say on New Year's?
Mexicans, like most Spanish speakers, say '¡Feliz año nuevo!' to wish someone a happy new year. You might also hear '¡Feliz año!' as a shorter version.
What are 5 greetings in Spanish?
While this page focuses on New Year's, common Spanish greetings include 'Hola' (Hello), 'Buenos días' (Good morning), 'Buenas tardes' (Good afternoon), 'Buenas noches' (Good evening/night), and '¿Cómo estás?' (How are you?).
