“Merry Christmas” in Japanese is メリークリスマス, pronounced merī kurisumasu.
Pronunciation
The phrase has 8 beats (morae), each about the same length. Tap a syllable to hear it, or use the play button above for the whole phrase:
How to use it
Borrowed from English. In Japan, Christmas is more of a couples’ and fried-chicken holiday than a family one, while New Year is the big family event.
Example sentences
- メリークリスマス！メリークリスマス！Merry Christmas!
- クリスマスは何をしますか。クリスマスはなにをしますか。What are you doing for Christmas?
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FAQ
How do you say Merry Christmas in Japanese?
Merry Christmas in Japanese is メリークリスマス, pronounced “merī kurisumasu”.