How to Say Heartfelt Christmas Eve Wishes in Chinese

Introduction

Sending warm wishes on Christmas Eve is a simple but meaningful way to show you care. Whether you send a quick text, write a card, post on social media, or say it in person, the right message can comfort, encourage, and brighten someone's night. Below are a variety of Christmas Eve greetings in Chinese — short and sweet or longer and more heartfelt — you can use for family, friends, partners, colleagues, and children.

For family

圣诞平安，阖家幸福！ (Shèngdàn píng'ān, héjiā xìngfú!) — Peaceful Christmas Eve, happiness for the whole family!
祝家人圣诞前夜温暖相伴，笑容常在。 (Zhù jiārén Shèngdàn qiányè wēnnuǎn xiāngbàn, xiàoróng cháng zài.) — Wishing family warmth and constant smiles this Christmas Eve.
愿今晚的烛光带给我们新的希望与团聚。 (Yuàn jīnwǎn de zhúguāng dàigěi wǒmen xīn de xīwàng yǔ tuánjù.) — May tonight's candlelight bring new hope and reunion.
在这特别的夜晚，感谢有你们，一切美好常在。 (Zài zhè tèbié de yèwǎn, gǎnxiè yǒu nǐmen, yīqiè měihǎo cháng zài.) — On this special night, grateful for you—may goodness always be near.
祝爸妈身体健康，笑口常开，圣诞快乐！ (Zhù bàmā shēntǐ jiànkāng, xiào kǒu cháng kāi, Shèngdàn kuàilè!) — Wishing parents health and joyful smiles, Merry Christmas!

For friends

圣诞前夜快乐，愿友情像星光永不熄灭。 (Shèngdàn qiányè kuàilè, yuàn yǒuqíng xiàng xīngguāng yǒng bù xīmiè.) — Happy Christmas Eve; may our friendship shine forever.
今晚一起举杯，为我们的回忆与未来干杯！ (Jīnwǎn yīqǐ jǔbēi, wèi wǒmen de huíyì yǔ wèilái gānbēi!) — Let’s toast tonight to memories and the future!
祝你圣诞前夜充满惊喜与甜蜜时刻。 (Zhù nǐ Shèngdàn qiányè chōngmǎn jīngxǐ yǔ tiánmì shíkè.) — Wishing you surprises and sweet moments this Christmas Eve.
愿你在寒冬中感到温暖，快乐陪伴每一步。 (Yuàn nǐ zài hándōng zhōng gǎndào wēnnuǎn, kuàilè péibàn měi yībù.) — May warmth and joy accompany you through the winter.
圣诞夜好心情，明天继续追梦！ (Shèngdàn yè hǎo xīnqíng, míngtiān jìxù zhuī mèng!) — Great mood tonight—keep chasing your dreams tomorrow!

For romantic partners

圣诞前夜有你真好，愿我们的爱像雪花一样纯洁。 (Shèngdàn qiányè yǒu nǐ zhēn hǎo, yuàn wǒmen de ài xiàng xuěhuā yīyàng chúnjié.) — Having you this Christmas Eve is wonderful; may our love be as pure as snow.
今晚把我的心交给你，祝你圣诞平安，爱意满溢。 (Jīnwǎn bǎ wǒ de xīn jiāo gěi nǐ, zhù nǐ Shèngdàn píng'ān, àiyì mǎnyì.) — I give you my heart tonight—wishing you peace and overflowing love.
愿我们未来的每一个圣诞都手牵手一起度过。 (Yuàn wǒmen wèilái de měi yīgè Shèngdàn dōu shǒu qiān shǒu yīqǐ dùguò.) — May we spend every future Christmas hand in hand.
你是我最温暖的圣诞礼物，感谢你的陪伴。 (Nǐ shì wǒ zuì wēnnuǎn de Shèngdàn lǐwù, gǎnxiè nǐ de péibàn.) — You are my warmest Christmas gift—thank you for being with me.
在这宁静的夜里，让我对你说：圣诞快乐，我爱你。 (Zài zhè níngjìng de yè lǐ, ràng wǒ duì nǐ shuō: Shèngdàn kuàilè, wǒ ài nǐ.) — In this quiet night let me say: Merry Christmas, I love you.

For colleagues & success

圣诞前夜快乐，祝工作顺利，新年事业更上一层楼。 (Shèngdàn qiányè kuàilè, zhù gōngzuò shùnlì, xīnnián shìyè gèng shàng yī céng lóu.) — Happy Christmas Eve; wishing smooth work and career advancement in the new year.
感谢一年来的合作，愿我们来年携手再创佳绩。 (Gǎnxiè yī nián lái de hézuò, yuàn wǒmen láinián xiéshǒu zài chuàng jiājì.) — Thanks for the past year’s cooperation—may we achieve more together next year.
祝你圣诞前夜放松充电，新年迎来新机遇。 (Zhù nǐ Shèngdàn qiányè fàngsōng chōngdiàn, xīnnián yínglái xīn jīyù.) — Relax and recharge this Christmas Eve—may the new year bring opportunities.
在这美好夜晚，愿你的职业道路光明且稳健。 (Zài zhè měihǎo yèwǎn, yuàn nǐ de zhíyè dàolù guāngmíng qiě wěnjiàn.) — May your professional path be bright and steady.
祝团队圣诞快乐，来年合作愉快，成果丰硕。 (Zhù tuánduì Shèngdàn kuàilè, láinián hézuò yúkuài, chéngguǒ fēngshuò.) — Merry Christmas to the team—happy collaboration and fruitful results next year.

For health & wellness

祝你圣诞前夜身体安康，心情舒畅。 (Zhù nǐ Shèngdàn qiányè shēntǐ ānkāng, xīnqíng shūchàng.) — Wishing you health and a peaceful heart this Christmas Eve.
愿新的一年带给你活力与好心情，远离疲惫。 (Yuàn xīn de yī nián dàigěi nǐ huólì yǔ hǎo xīnqíng, yuǎnlí píjuàn.) — May the new year bring energy and joy, and keep tiredness away.
圣诞夜保重身体，好好休息，明天更有力量。 (Shèngdàn yè bǎozhòng shēntǐ, hǎohǎo xiūxí, míngtiān gèng yǒu lìliàng.) — Take care tonight—rest well to be stronger tomorrow.
希望你在节日里找到内心的平静与疗愈。 (Xīwàng nǐ zài jiérì lǐ zhǎodào nèixīn de píngjìng yǔ liáoyù.) — Hope you find inner peace and healing during the holidays.
祝早日康复，愿圣诞的温暖带走所有不适。 (Zhù zǎorì kāngfù, yuàn Shèngdàn de wēnnuǎn dàizǒu suǒyǒu búshì.) — Wishing a speedy recovery—may Christmas warmth ease all discomfort.

For kids, cheer & special occasions

祝小朋友们圣诞前夜充满惊喜和糖果！ (Zhù xiǎopéngyǒu men Shèngdàn qiányè chōngmǎn jīngxǐ hé tángguǒ!) — Wishing kids a Christmas Eve full of surprises and candy!
愿童心常在，快乐像雪花一样飘满夜空。 (Yuàn tóngxīn cháng zài, kuàilè xiàng xuěhuā yīyàng piāo mǎn yèkōng.) — May the childlike heart remain; joy like snow fills the sky.
圣诞前夜许个愿吧，愿梦想在新年发光。 (Shèngdàn qiányè xǔ gè yuàn ba, yuàn mèngxiǎng zài xīnnián fāguāng.) — Make a wish this Christmas Eve—may your dreams shine in the new year.
祝你在节日里找到新的冒险与创意，尽情玩耍！ (Zhù nǐ zài jiérì lǐ zhǎodào xīn de màoxiǎn yǔ chuàngyì, jìnqíng wánshuǎ!) — Hope you find new adventures and creativity this holiday—have fun!
愿节日的灯火照亮孩子们无忧无虑的笑脸。 (Yuàn jiérì de dēnghuǒ zhàoliàng háizimen wúyōu wúlǜ de xiàoliǎn.) — May holiday lights brighten children’s carefree smiles.

Conclusion

A thoughtful Christmas Eve wish can warm hearts and strengthen bonds. Use these Chinese greetings as texts, cards, voice messages, or social posts to bring comfort, joy, and hope to someone tonight. A few sincere words often mean more than we expect.