Welcoming Chinese New Year: Easy Greeting Phrases to Spread Joy and Prosperity
- Feb 12
- 2 min read
As Chinese New Year approaches, it is time to embrace the spirit of renewal, blessings, and good fortune. This auspicious occasion is marked not only by vibrant celebrations but also by the exchange of heartfelt greetings.
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Here are some traditional, popular, and easy Chinese New Year greeting phrases to help you extend warm wishes and spread joy during this festive season as we welcome the Year of the Horse.
Common greetings
新年快乐 (Xīn nián kuài lè) - Happy New Year
春节快乐 (chūn jié kuài lè) - Happy Spring Festival
马年大吉 (Mǎ nián dà jí) – Wishing great luck in the Year of the Horse
马年吉祥 (Mǎ nián jí xiáng) – Auspicious blessings for the Year of the Horse
For Wealth and Prosperity
恭喜发财 (gōng xǐ fā cái) - Wishing you prosperity
大吉大利 (dà jí dà lì) - Wishing you good luck and fortune
财源广进 (cái yuán guǎng jìn) - May your wealth flow abundantly
招财进宝 (zhāo cái jìn bǎo) - May wealth and treasures come your way
金玉满堂 (jīn yù mǎn táng) - May gold and jade fill the halls
For Happiness, Health and Peace
身体健康 (shēn tǐ jiàn kāng) - Wishing you good health
心想事成 (xīn xiǎng shì chéng) - May all your wishes come true
万事如意 (wàn shì rúyì) - May everything go well with you
龙马精神 (lóng mǎ jīngshén) - Wishing you vitality and energy
笑口常开 (xiao kou chang kai). To be happy and smile often.
岁岁平安 (suì suì píng ān) - May you have peace at every age
For Success in Business/Work/Studies
生意兴隆 (shēng yì xīng lóng) - May your business flourish
年年有余 (nián nián yǒu yú) - Wishing you abundance every year
升官发财 (shēng guān fā cái) - May you receive promotions and prosperity
步步高升 (bù bù gāo shēng) - May you rise steadily
事业发达 (shì yè fā dá) - May your career thrive
学业进步 (xué yè jìn bù) - Wishing you academic success and progress
吉祥如意 (jí xiáng rú yì) - Wishing you good fortune and success
These greeting phrases, filled with blessings and well-wishes, are a beautiful way to connect with family, friends, and colleagues during Chinese New Year. Let us embrace tradition and spread positivity as we usher in the Year of the Horse, a symbol of strength, vitality, and forward momentum.
Wishing everyone a prosperous and joyous Chinese New Year!
First published: 29 Jan 2025
Updated: 12 Feb 2026
