Guten Rutsch ins neue Jahr!
Happy New Year! (literally: Good slide into the New Year)
In German
Guten Rutsch ins neue Jahr!
Note
This expression refers to a 'good slide' into the new year, wishing a smooth and easy transition. It's only used *before* New Year's Day. After midnight, Germans say 'Frohes neues Jahr!'
Example Sentences
- 1
Wir sehen uns nächstes Jahr! Guten Rutsch ins neue Jahr!
See you next year! Happy New Year!
Saying goodbye to friends before New Year's Eve.
- 2
Das Jahr neigt sich dem Ende zu. Guten Rutsch ins neue Jahr!
The year is coming to an end. Happy New Year!
A general greeting in the days leading up to New Year's.
FAQ
How do you say "Happy New Year! (literally: Good slide into the New Year)" in German?
"Happy New Year! (literally: Good slide into the New Year)" in German is "Guten Rutsch ins neue Jahr!" (guːtən rʊtʃ ɪns nɔɪə jaːɐ). Example: Wir sehen uns nächstes Jahr! Guten Rutsch ins neue Jahr!.