Feliz Navidad
standard, everyday
In Colombia you say Feliz Navidad for merry Christmas. People often add y próspero año nuevo to include the new year. It is also called Feliz Navidad y próspero año nuevo.
Meaning: Christmas greeting (phrase)
Ways to say it
| Spanish | Note |
|---|---|
| Feliz Navidad | standard, everyday |
| Feliz Navidad y próspero año nuevo | full greeting |
Feliz Navidad is used from December on, in person and on cards. The long form Feliz Navidad y próspero año nuevo is typical for messages to family and colleagues.
Is it said differently in some regions?
Christmas season in Colombia starts early, with decorations and festive meals in December.
Did you know?
- On 7 December Colombians celebrate the Día de las Velitas, lighting candles to mark the start of the Christmas season.
Examples in context
- ¡Feliz Navidad a todos!Merry Christmas, everyone!
- Les deseamos una feliz Navidad.We wish you a merry Christmas.
- Feliz Navidad y próspero año nuevo.Merry Christmas and a happy new year.
Example conversation
Laura calls her grandmother, Abuela, on 24 December in Cali.
- LauraAbuela, feliz Navidad.Grandma, merry Christmas.
- AbuelaFeliz Navidad, mi niña.Merry Christmas, my dear.
- LauraNos vemos esta noche.We will see each other tonight.
