while it seems everyone else says ‘happy christmas’

which imo is a way better phrase, it’s very … pragmatic. happiness is more attainable than merriment. how often is anyone merry?

  • AdaA
    link
    fedilink
    arrow-up
    37
    ·
    1 year ago

    Who is “everyone else” in this story?

    The only place I know that days Happy Christmas is the UK

    In Australia, it’s merry

    • Mr_Dr_Oink@lemmy.world
      link
      fedilink
      arrow-up
      21
      ·
      1 year ago

      I’m from the UK, and I’ve always said merry.

      I doubt it’s any more prevalent in a specific country and more likely specific to individual families and friends.

      For example, i always thought it was an american thing to say happy christmas.

      • AdaA
        link
        fedilink
        arrow-up
        5
        ·
        1 year ago

        Either way, happy and merry Christmas to you :)

      • TheGalacticVoid@lemm.ee
        link
        fedilink
        arrow-up
        3
        ·
        1 year ago

        In the US, it’s incredibly rare if not impossible to find someone who says “Happy Christmas.” It’s either “Merry Christmas” or “Happy Holidays.”