Merry Christmas in German The standard way to say "Merry Christmas" in German is "Frohe Weihnachten."
Common Variations
A more traditional option is "Fröhliche Weihnachten," which emphasizes a joyful or merry holiday spirit.
Other casual greetings include "Frohes Fest" for a happy celebration or "Schöne Feiertage" meaning beautiful holidays.
Pronunciation Tips
Pronounce "Frohe Weihnachten" as "FROH-uh VINE-kh-ten," with a soft "ch" like in "loch."
For "Fröhliche Weihnachten," say "FRUH-lish-uh VINE-kh-ten."
Practice these for greetings on Christmas cards or in person.
