Guten Rutsch
Translation
Happy New Year
Examples
Ich wünsche dir einen guten Rutsch!
I wish you a Happy New Year!
Guten Rutsch ins neue Jahr!
Have a great start to the New Year!
Grammar Patterns
to wish ((sb.)) a Happy New Year Ich wünsche dir einen guten Rutsch!
Similar Words
Frohes neues Jahr (Happy New Year)
Etymology
Literally 'a good slide'. It expresses the wish to slide smoothly and happily into the New Year.
Memory Tips
Imagine sliding into the new year on a fun slide. This is said in the days leading up to New Year's Eve.