Christmas cards

It’s the middle of December and people all over the world are busy writing Christmas cards. It’s an important part of the festivities and a good way to keep in touch with people you don’t see very often, but if English isn’t your first language it can be difficult to know what message to write to English speaking friends. One thing to remember is that we usually include a New Year’s greeting with the Christmas message. Some people write a long message, but most people have to send so many cards they only have time to write a short message.

Here is a selection of some standard messages from cards we have received this year:

Wishing you a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year
Season’s Greetings
Best Wishes for Christmas and the New Year
Special Christmas Wishes
May your Christmas and New Year Shine
Christmas Greetings

Any of these will be fine for a message to a friend, family member or colleague. Don’t forget to write the name of the person you are sending the card to, and to sign it. For example:

To Imagine’s members
Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
From us all at Imagine