Nochebuena (en. Christmas eve)

/no.tʃe'βwe.na/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

noun

Definition: The night of December 24th in which the arrival of Christmas is celebrated.

Example Sentence: The family gathered for the Christmas Eve dinner.

La familia se reunió para la cena de Nochebuena.

Definition: Name of several types of plants that bloom in December.

Example Sentence: Christmas Eve flowers adorn many homes at Christmas.

Las flores de Nochebuena adornan muchos hogares en Navidad.

Etymology/Origin: The term comes from the Spanish 'noche' and 'buena', referring to the good night of the celebration.

Phrase: Christmas Eve with family

Meaning: Celebrating Christmas Eve surrounded by loved ones.

nochebuena en familia

Phrase: Dine on Christmas Eve

Meaning: Enjoying a special meal on the night of December 24th.

cenar en nochebuena

Phrase: Christmas Eve traditions

Meaning: Customs and rituals followed during Christmas Eve.

tradiciones de nochebuena

Related Word: Christmas

Description: Celebration that commemorates the birth of Jesus.

Navidad

Related Word: Christmas bonus

Description: Gift or present given at Christmas.

Aguinaldo

Related Word: Peace

Description: State of calm and tranquility desired during the festivities.

Paz

Meaning: Family celebration

Example: Christmas Eve is the best time for family gatherings.

Nochebuena es la mejor época para la convivencia en familia.

Meaning: Festive food

Example: Cod is a typical dish of the Christmas Eve dinner.

El bacalao es un plato típico de la cena de Nochebuena.