A guide to saying it like a local
How to Say "Merry christmas and happy new year" in Spanish
Wish loved ones and colleagues a joyous holiday season and a prosperous new year in Spanish.
Feliz Navidad y próspero Año Nuevo
feh-LEEZ nah-vee-DAHD ee prohs-peh-roh AH-nyoh NOO-eh-vohneutral
Spanish TTS · 0:01
Use this phrase when greeting people during the Christmas and New Year period. It's perfect for cards, emails, or in-person wishes to friends, family, and acquaintances.
Alternatives
- Felices fiestasUse this for a more general holiday greeting before or after Christmas.
- Feliz NavidadIf you only want to wish them a Merry Christmas and not the New Year.
Ways to get it wrong
Confusing 'próspero' with 'prosperous'
'Próspero' is the correct Spanish adjective meaning prosperous; 'prosperous' is an English word.
Pronouncing 'Navidad' like 'navy-dad'
The 'v' in 'Navidad' sounds like a 'b'; aim for 'nah-bee-DAHD'.
A small cultural note
While 'Feliz Navidad' is universally understood, adding 'y próspero Año Nuevo' makes the greeting more complete and traditional.
Frequently asked
What's the difference between Feliz Navidad and Feliz Navidad y próspero Año Nuevo?
'Feliz Navidad' specifically means 'Merry Christmas'. Adding 'y próspero Año Nuevo' extends the wish to include a prosperous New Year.
How do I say Merry Christmas in Spanish?
The most common way to say 'Merry Christmas' in Spanish is 'Feliz Navidad'. This is understood throughout the Spanish-speaking world.
Can I use 'Feliz Navidad y próspero Año Nuevo' for work colleagues?
Yes, this phrase is perfectly suitable for colleagues as it's a polite and standard holiday greeting.
How do you say Merry Christmas and Happy New Year in Spanish?
The most common way to say Merry Christmas and Happy New Year in Spanish is '¡Feliz Navidad y próspero año nuevo!'.
How do you say Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you and your family in Spanish?
To extend the greeting to family, you can say '¡Feliz Navidad y próspero año nuevo para ti y tu familia!'.
How do you say Happy New Year in Spanish?
Happy New Year in Spanish is '¡Feliz año nuevo!'.
