Jwaye Nwèl
greeting, everyday
To say "Merry Christmas" in Haitian Creole, say Jwaye Nwèl. Bon Nwèl is a common shorter wish.
Meaning: Christmas greeting (phrase)
Ways to say it
| Creole | Note |
|---|---|
| Jwaye Nwèl | greeting, everyday |
| Bon Nwèl | greeting, everyday |
Say it to family, neighbors and coworkers in December. Many people add Bòn ane later, which wishes a good year.
How does it change in a sentence?
Jwaye means "joyful" and Nwèl is Christmas, so the phrase is close to "Joyful Christmas".
Did you know?
- Nwèl comes from the French Noël.
Examples in context
- Jwaye Nwèl, tout moun!Merry Christmas, everyone!
- Bon Nwèl pou fanmi w.Merry Christmas to your family.
- Nou swete w Jwaye Nwèl.We wish you a Merry Christmas.
Example conversation
On December 25 Claude greets his neighbor Madan Rose outside their houses.
- ClaudeJwaye Nwèl, Madan Rose!Merry Christmas, Madam Rose!
- RoseJwaye Nwèl, Claude. Ki jan fanmi an ye?Merry Christmas, Claude. How is the family?
- ClaudeYo byen, mèsi.They are well, thank you.
