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Why is it not OK to say Merry Christmas?
“It’s considered politically correct to say Happy Holidays, so it’s just considered insensitive to say Merry Christmas to other people who aren’t from this country that don’t celebrate it,“ said senior Miguel Montano, Div. “Merry Christmas” is a traditional saying that’s been around for centuries.
What is the response to Merry Christmas?
Say “Thank You” This is perhaps the simplest and the most obvious Merry Christmas reply! Just thank the person who wished you it to let him or her know that you feel pleased and you accept the congratulation.
Is it OK to say Merry Christmas in Canada?
The preferred what to express Christmas greetings in Canada is to say “Merry Christmas”. If you think you want to be more Politically correct, something I don’t really care about, you can say “Happy Holidays” or “Best of the Season” or “Season’s Greetings”.
How do you respond to wish you the best?
I’ll list a few.
- ”Thank you very much.”
- ”And I wish you the same.”
- ”May God bless you, richly.”
- ”I needed to hear that. Thank you.”
- ”That was such a kind thing to say.”
- ”I believe it will be as you say.”
- ” I appreciate that.”,
- ”God is already doing it. Thank you.”
Can we still say Merry Christmas?
In general, “Happy Holidays” is accepted as the broadest and most inclusive greeting at this time of year. If you know someone celebrates Christmas you can go with “Merry Christmas,” but ’tis the season for interacting with strangers (selling to them, buying from them, bumping into them on your way out of Target).
Is it okay to say Merry Christmas at work?
“Happy New Year!” might serve us well. “Merry Christmas,” “Happy Holidays” and “Happy Christmas” can still work to convey sincere good wishes, of course, if you know your audience. “Happy New Year!” might serve us well.