Idioms for December (2022)

With Christmas on the way, December is a time for family and commemoration. Here are a couple of idioms based on Christmas:

1. “Lit up like a Christmas tree.”

Meaning:
To have a huge happy smile on your face.

Example:
“Marie's face was lit up like a Christmas tree.”

2. “Tis the season to be jolly.”

Meaning:
A good excuse to eat and drink in excess.

Example:
“Please give me some more Christmas cake! Tis the season to be jolly.”

3.“Christmas has come early.”

Meaning:
Used to show happiness if something positive happens slightly before Christmas.

Example:
“I was so happy; it felt like Christmas had come early.”

4. “Eat, drink and be merry.”

Meaning:
To have a good time.

Example:
“This Christmas, don't forget to eat, drink and be merry.”

5. “White Christmas.”

Meaning:
It is called a "White Christmas" if it snows on Christmas day.

Example:
“I've never experienced a 'White Christmas' before.”