Feliz Navidad
everyday, Ecuador
In Ecuador you say Feliz Navidad, the same standard greeting used across the Spanish speaking world. The longer card wish adds y próspero año nuevo. It is also called Feliz Navidad y próspero año nuevo.
Meaning: Christmas greeting (phrase)
Ways to say it
| Spanish | Note |
|---|---|
| Feliz Navidad | everyday, Ecuador |
| Feliz Navidad y próspero año nuevo | formal, cards |
Say it to family, neighbors and coworkers in December. In Ecuador the greeting is also used with a hug on 24 December.
When do people say it?
In Cuenca, on 24 December, a big procession called the Pase del Niño Viajero goes through the streets with decorated floats.
Did you know?
- The Pase del Niño Viajero in Cuenca is held on 24 December and is a well known Christmas parade of Ecuador.
Examples in context
- ¡Feliz Navidad, familia!Merry Christmas, family!
- Les deseo una Feliz Navidad.I wish you a Merry Christmas.
- Feliz Navidad, vecina.Merry Christmas, neighbor.
Example conversation
On 24 December in Cuenca, Fernanda greets her neighbor Don Luis.
- FernandaDon Luis, ¡Feliz Navidad!Don Luis, Merry Christmas!
- Don LuisFeliz Navidad, Fernandita. ¿Va al Pase del Niño?Merry Christmas, Fernandita. Are you going to the Pase del Niño?
- FernandaSí, con toda la familia.Yes, with the whole family.
