How to Say “Christmas” in El Salvador

By Deanna Jean • Updated October 16, 2026

Navidad

standard, El Salvador

In El Salvador Christmas is Navidad. The night before, December 24, is called Nochebuena, and it is the main family celebration.

Meaning: Christian holiday on December 25 (noun)

Ways to say it

“Christmas” in Spanish
Spanish	Note
Navidad	standard, El Salvador
Nochebuena	Christmas Eve

People say en Navidad for "at Christmas" and la Nochebuena for the big dinner on the 24th.

When do people say it?

Salvadoran families often eat tamales and pan con pavo, a turkey sandwich, on Christmas Eve and celebrate at midnight.

Did you know?

Pan con pavo is a classic Salvadoran Christmas dish.

Examples in context

En Navidad nos juntamos toda la familia.
At Christmas the whole family gets together.
La Nochebuena es el 24 de diciembre.
Christmas Eve is December 24.
Me encanta la Navidad.
I love Christmas.

Example conversation

Rafael and his cousin talk about the holidays in Santa Tecla.

Rafael

¿Dónde vas a pasar la Navidad?
Where are you going to spend Christmas?
Prima

En casa de mi abuela.
At my grandmother's house.
Rafael

Qué bueno, habrá pan con pavo.
Great, there will be turkey sandwiches.

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Deanna Jean

Hola! I'm Deanna. My love for language is evident in my diverse blog topics, from teaching you how to pronounce names like 'Aleah' and 'Cristiano Ronaldo' to translating slang and expressing support. When I'm not guiding you on phrases like "Beyond" or helping you ask for a pencil in Spanish, you'll find me indulging in my love for dance companies and Asian culture, or being captivated by AI til the clock strikes three thirty. So, whether it's a "hello sir", or "how are you?", I'm here to make Spanish a joy, not a task. ¡Vamos a aprender juntos!

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