And one way to teach kids about Christmas is to help them learn Christmas words. If you’ve been thinking of a fun and educative way to spend the holidays with your kids, friends, and family, here you go. Below, we have over 300 Christmas words from A to Z to help you and your kids expand your Christmas vocabulary.
Christmas Words That Start With A
- Adorn
- Advent Calendar
- Angel
- Angelic
- Annunciation/Announcement
- Antler
- Appreciative
Christmas Words That Start With B
- Baking
- Balsam
- Bauble
- Bazaar
- Bells
- Bethlehem
- Biblical
- Birth
- Birthplace
- Blessings
- Blitzen/Blixem
- Boots
- Boughs of Holly
- Box
- Boxing Day
- Buche de Noel
Christmas Words That Start With C
- Calling Birds
- Camel
- Candle
- Candlelit
- Candy Cane
- Carol
- Carolers
- Caroling
- Carousel
- Cedar
- Celebrate
- Celebration
- Celestial
- Chapel
- Charity
- Charm
- Chestnut
- Chilly
- Chimney
- Chocolate
- Choir
- Christ
- Christmas Cards
- Christmas Eve
- Christmas Lights
- Christmas Tree
- Church
- City of David
- Cloves
- Cold
- Comet
- Cookies
- Cranberry Sauce
- Cupid
- Customs
Christmas Words That Start With D
- Dancer
- Dash Away
- Dasher
- Dashing
- Deer
- December
- Deck
- Décor
- Decorations
- Devotion
- Dinner
- Divine
- Donate
- Donner (also Dunder and Donder)
- Donning Apparel
- Dove
- Down
- Doxology
- Dressing
- Drippings
- Drummers
- Drumming
- Duck
- Dulcimer
Christmas Words That Start With E
- Ebenezer
- Eggnog
- Elf
- Elves
- Emmanuel
- Enchanting
- Epiphany
- Eve
- Evergreen
- Exalt
- Exciting
Christmas Words That Start With F
When exploring Christmas words from A to Z, the letter F brings some of the most beloved holiday traditions to mind. Christmas words that start with F capture the warmth of family gatherings, the festive spirit of decorations, and the faith at the heart of the season. From “Father Christmas” to “frankincense,” these words reflect both the sacred and celebratory aspects of the holidays.
- FaithThe spiritual foundation of Christmas
- FamilyGathering together for the holidays
- Family ReunionComing home for Christmas
- Father ChristmasThe beloved gift-bringer
- FeastTraditional holiday meals and banquets
- FeedSharing food with loved ones
- FellowshipThe joy of community and togetherness
- FestivalCelebrations and holiday events
- FestiveThe cheerful, celebratory mood of the season
- FestivityHoliday merriment and activities
- FigurinesNativity scenes and holiday decorations
- FirThe classic Christmas tree variety
- FireplaceWhere stockings are hung and families gather
- FiresideCozy gatherings by the warmth of the fire
- FlocksThe shepherds’ sheep in the nativity story
- Four Calling BirdsFrom “The Twelve Days of Christmas”
- FrankincenseOne of the three gifts from the Wise Men
- French HensAnother gift from the famous carol
- FrostyThe beloved snowman character
- FruitcakeA traditional (if sometimes controversial) holiday dessert
These F words remind us that Christmas is about connection, celebration, and cherished traditions. Whether you’re planning fun things to do on Christmas Eve or simply enjoying time by the fireplace with family, these words capture the heart of the holiday season.
Christmas Words That Start With G
The letter G brings together some of the most generous and glowing terms in the Christmas vocabulary. From the archangel Gabriel who announced Jesus’s birth to the gifts we exchange and the gingerbread we bake, christmas words that start with g capture both the sacred and celebratory sides of the season. These words remind us of the goodwill and giving spirit that make Christmas special.
- Gabriel
- Games
- Garland
- Geese-a-laying
- Gift Boxes
- Gifts
- Gingerbread
- Giving
- Glad Tidings
- Glitter
- Glory
- Glow
- God
- Gold
- Goodies
- Goodwill
- Goose
- Gourmet
- Gravy
- Green
- Greetings
- Gregorian Calendar
- Grinch
- Guardian Angel
Christmas Words That Start With H
- Hallowed
- Ham
- Hang
- Happy
- Hark
- Hat
- Heaven
- Heavenly
- Heavenly
- Herald
- Ho Ho Ho
- Holiday
- Holly
- Holy
- Host
- Hot Chocolate
- Hymns
Christmas Words That Start With I
- Ice
- Icicles
- Immanuel
- Infant
- Inn
- Innkeeper
- Invitation
- Ivy
Christmas Words That Start With J
- Jerusalem
- Jesus
- Jingle Bell
- Jolly
- Joseph
- Joy
- Julian Calendar
Christmas Words That Start With K
- Kind
- King
- Kiss
- Krampus
Christmas Words That Start With L
- Lamb of God
- Lamp
- Lamppost
- Light
- Lightings
- List
- Little Drummer Boy
- Log
- Love
- Loved Ones
- Lovely
- Lovingly
- Luminous
- Lump
- Luster
Christmas Words That Start With M
- Magi
- Magic
- Magical
- Maids-a-milking
- Manger
- Mantle
- Mary
- Mass
- Melody
- Merry
- Merrymaking
- Messenger
- Midnight
- Milk
- Miracle
- Mistletoe
- Mittens
- Mrs. Claus
- Myrrh
- Myth
Christmas Words That Start With N
- Naughty
- Nazareth
- New Year
- New Year’s Eve
- Newborn
- Nice
- Night Before Christmas
- Noel
- North Pole
- Nutcracker
Christmas Words That Start With O
- Observance
- Olive
- Ornament
- Ornamental
- Overjoyed
Christmas Words That Start With P
The letter P brings us some of the most popular and present-focused Christmas words from A to Z. From “Presents” and “Party” to “Poinsettia” and “Plum Pudding,” these terms capture the joy of gift-giving, festive decorations, and holiday gatherings that make the season special.
- Partridge
- Party
- Pear Tree
- Peppermint
- Pickles
- Pie
- Pine
- Pine Cone
- Pipers Piping
- Plum Pudding
- Poinsettia
- Polar Express
- Post Office
- Praise
- Prancer
- Presents
- Public Holiday
- Pumpkin Pie
Christmas Words That Start With Q
- Quail
- Quilt
- Quince Pie
Christmas Words That Start With R
- Receive
- Red
- Red-nosed Reindeer
- Reindeer
- Religious
- Reunion
- Ribbon
- Rituals
- Roast
- Roasted Nuts
- Rudolph
Christmas Words That Start With S
- Sacred
- Santa Claus
- Santa’s Helpers
- Santa’s List
- Scarf
- Scent
- Season
- Secret Santa
- Shepherd
- Shine
- Silver Bells
- Skate
- Sled
- Sleigh
- Sleighbells
- Snow
- Snow Angel
- Snow Globe
- Snowball
- Snowbound
- Snowfall
- Snowflakes
- Snowman
- Sparkle
- Spirit
- St. Nicholas
- Stable
- Star
- Sticker
- Stocking Stuffers
- Stockings
- Stuffing
- Swans-a-swimming
Christmas Words That Start With T
- Tannenbaum
- The Three Kings
- Tidings
- Tinsel
- Toys
- Tradition
- Tree
- Tree Skirt
- Tree Stand
- Trimming
- Turkey
- Twelve Days of Christmas
Christmas Words That Start With U
- Unbox
- Unwrap
Christmas Words That Start With V
- Vacation
- Virgin Mary
- Vixen
Christmas Words That Start With W
- Walnuts
- Warm
- Wassail
- White
- Winter
- Winter Wonderland
- Wise Men
- Wrapping
- Wrapping Paper
- Wreath
Christmas Words That Start With X
- Xmas
Christmas Words That Start With Y
- Yearly
- Yule
- Yule Log
- Yuletide
Christmas Words That Start With Z
- Zest
- Zesty
Do you know any other words that are not on our list? Write your Christmas words in the comments below, and I’ll add them to the list.
Christmas Verbs: Action Words for the Holiday Season
The holiday season is full of movement and energy. Christmas verbs capture all the actions that make this time of year special, from decorating the tree to singing carols. A Christmas verbs list helps students and writers find the perfect action words to describe festive activities.
Here are some of the most common Christmas verbs:
- CelebrateFamilies celebrate together with special meals and traditions
- DecorateHomes and trees get decorated with lights and ornaments
- WrapGifts are carefully wrapped in colorful paper
- BakeCookies and treats bake in ovens everywhere
- SingCarolers sing songs door to door
- GivePeople give presents to loved ones
- GatherFamilies gather around the dinner table
- SparkleLights sparkle on houses and trees
- UnwrapChildren excitedly unwrap their presents
- RoastChestnuts roast on an open fire
- JingleBells jingle on sleighs and doors
- ShareEveryone shares food, stories, and joy
- TrimFamilies trim the tree together
- HangStockings hang by the fireplace
- TwinkleStars twinkle in the winter sky
These action words work well in creative writing, holiday cards, and classroom activities. Students can use them to write stories about Christmas morning or describe their favorite holiday traditions. The verbs bring scenes to life and help readers picture the festive atmosphere.
