Say “Happy New Year” and “Merry Christmas” in Irish
Holidays are a great time to learn new words especially in Irish! From sparkling greetings to kind wishes, these phrases help kids connect with Irish culture during special times of the year.
Festive Irish Greetings
- Nollaig Shona Duit! (pronounced “Null-ig hun-a gwitch”) = Merry Christmas!
- Athbhliain faoi mhaise duit! (pronounced “Ah-vleen fwee vosh-a gwitch”) = Happy New Year!
- Go mbeire muid beo ar an am seo arís. = May we all be alive at this time next year.
These greetings are filled with warmth and hope—perfect for holiday cards or friendly chats!
Holiday-Themed Activities for Kids
Irish Greeting Cards
Create colorful cards with these holiday phrases. Kids can decorate them with stars, trees, or snowflakes—and even say the greetings aloud!
New Year Wish Jar
Let children write or draw their wishes for the new year in Irish and place them in a decorated jar.
With festive videos, holiday songs, and seasonal vocabulary games, Dinolingo helps kids aged 2–14 learn Irish in joyful ways. Whether it’s winter break or Christmas time, the platform brings culture and fun together for language learning.
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