merry christmas

interjection
UK: /ˌmer.i ˈkrɪs.məs/
US: /ˌmer.i ˈkrɪs.məs/

  1. A phrase used to wish someone happiness on Christmas Day.

    1. I said "Merry Christmas" to my neighbor this morning. [ ] [ ]
    2. Wishing everyone a very Merry Christmas and a happy New Year filled with joy. [ ] [ ]

  2. An expression of goodwill and cheer during the Christmas season.

    1. We exchange "Merry Christmas" greetings with friends and family. [ ] [ ]
    2. The store's holiday decorations spread a message of 'Merry Christmas' to all shoppers. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

season's greetings
merry christmas adjective

  1. Relating to the Christmas holiday, often used in decorations or themes.

    1. The card has a Merry Christmas message on it. [ ] [ ]
    2. They decorated their house with a Merry Christmas banner and colorful lights. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "merry christmas" in English means: A phrase used to wish someone happiness on Christmas Day., An expression of goodwill and cheer during the Christmas season..

The phonetic transcription of "merry christmas" is /ˌmer.i ˈkrɪs.məs/ in British English and /ˌmer.i ˈkrɪs.məs/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "merry christmas": season's greetings.

Example usage of "merry christmas": "I said "Merry Christmas" to my neighbor this morning.". More examples on the page.