🇸🇦 Arabic phrases

How to Say "Happy New Year" in Arabic

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
سنة جديدة سعيدة
"Happy New Year" in Arabic · say it like sana jadida sa'ida

The most natural way to say "Happy New Year" in Arabic is سنة جديدة سعيدة. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.

Other ways to say it

كل عام وأنتم بخير
Used more generally for greetings on various occasions
سنة سعيدة
A shorter, casual way to say it

When to use it

You can use this phrase to wish someone well at the start of the new year. It is commonly used in social gatherings, cards, and messages. It expresses hope for happiness and prosperity in the coming year.

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Examples in Arabic

ArabicEnglish
أتمنى لك سنة جديدة سعيدة!I wish you a Happy New Year!
Common mistake
Some learners might confuse it with 'عيد سعيد' which means 'Happy Eid' and is used for a different occasion.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear سنة جديدة سعيدة, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Arabic with a coach that corrects your pronunciation in real time. You can start with two free conversations.

Frequently asked questions

Is it appropriate to say this to anyone?

Yes, it is a friendly greeting suitable for anyone you know.

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