die Weihnacht
Translation
Christmas, Yuletide
Examples
Frohe Weihnacht!
Merry Christmas!
Wir feiern Weihnacht mit der Familie.
We celebrate Christmas with the family.
Grammar Patterns
to wish ((sb.)) ((sth.)) to wish sb. a merry Christmas
Similar Words
Synonyms: Christfest, Heiliger Abend (Christmas Eve)
Etymology
From Old High German 'wīha naht', meaning 'holy night'. Composed of 'weihen' (to consecrate) and 'Nacht' (night).
Memory Tips
Think of it as the 'hallowed night' or 'holy night'. The plural form 'Weihnachten' is more commonly used today to refer to the Christmas holiday.