German word

Weihnachtszeit

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈvaɪ̯naxt͡sˌt͡saɪ̯t/

Meaning

  • feminine nounChristmas season

Example

In der Weihnachtszeit sind die Straßen oft festlich geschmückt.

During the Christmas season, the streets are often festively decorated.

Illustration for Weihnachtszeit (Christmas season)

More examples

Zur Weihnachtszeit werden oft traditionelle Lieder gesungen.

During the Christmas season, traditional songs are often sung.

Core concept

A stretch of the calendar filled with Christmas lights, gatherings, and holiday routines rather than a single day.

Common phrases

  • zur Weihnachtszeit

    during the Christmas season

  • Geschenke zur Weihnachtszeit

    gifts for the Christmas season

  • Vorbereitung auf die Weihnachtszeit

    preparation for the Christmas season

Similar words

Weihnachten: The Christmas holiday itself or its central religious feast day.
Weihnachtsmarkt: A seasonal market with stalls selling food, gifts, and other goods.
Weihnachtsferien: The holiday break from school or work around the end of the year.
Adventszeit: The roughly four-week period of preparing for Christmas with worship and candles.

Definition in German

Der Zeitraum rund um die Weihnachtsfeiertage, oft einschließlich Advent und Neujahrszeit.

Word origin

The compound joins Weihnachts-, from Weihnachten, historically meaning "holy nights," with Zeit, meaning "time."

Usage tips

  • Weihnachtszeit is feminine: die Weihnachtszeit, with common phrases such as in der Weihnachtszeit and zur Weihnachtszeit.

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