German word

Weihnachtsfeier

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈvaɪ̯naxtsˌfaɪ̯ɐ/

Meaning

  • feminine nounChristmas party

Example

Wir gehen morgen zur Weihnachtsfeier.

We are going to the Christmas party tomorrow.

Illustration for Weihnachtsfeier (Christmas party)

More examples

Viele Gäste unterhalten sich fröhlich auf der Weihnachtsfeier.

Many guests are chatting cheerfully at the Christmas party.

Core concept

People gather during the Christmas season for shared food, songs, conversation, and sometimes small gifts.

Common phrases

  • an der Weihnachtsfeier teilnehmen

    attend the Christmas party

  • die Weihnachtsfeier ausrichten

    host the Christmas party

  • die Weihnachtsfeier absagen

    cancel the Christmas party

Similar words

Weihnachtsfest: A traditional, large-scale Christmas celebration held by families or communities.
Weihnachtsessen: A special meal shared with family or friends at or around Christmas.
Betriebsfeier: A company-organized gathering or banquet for employees.
Party: A casual social gathering where friends or coworkers enjoy food and conversation.

Definition in German

Ein Treffen rund um Weihnachten, bei dem man zusammen feiert, singt oder kleine Geschenke tauscht.

Word origin

Weihnachtsfeier combines Weihnachten, Christmas, with Feier, a celebration or party, from feiern, to celebrate.

Usage tips

  • Weihnachtsfeier is feminine, so the example uses zur as the contraction of zu der; its plural is Weihnachtsfeiern.

Other meanings

  • Christmas celebrationnoun
  • Christmas gatheringnoun

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