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How to Say "Happy New Year" in Croatian

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Sretna Nova godina
"Happy New Year" in Croatian 路 say it like sret-nah noh-vah goh-dee-nah

The most natural way to say "Happy New Year" in Croatian is Sretna Nova godina. 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

Sretna Nova godina svima
a more inclusive way to wish everyone well
Sretna Nova godina i sve najbolje
a slightly more formal variant wishing all the best

When to use it

You can use this phrase to greet friends and family as the new year approaches. It is appropriate for both casual and formal settings. It is common to say this during New Year's Eve celebrations or on the first day of the new year.

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Examples in Croatian

CroatianEnglish
Sretna Nova godina! 沤elim ti puno sre膰e i zdravlja.Happy New Year! I wish you lots of happiness and health.
Common mistake
Some learners forget to use the correct gender agreement in 'Sretna' when addressing a male, which should be 'Sretan'.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

Is it appropriate to say this to someone I just met?

Yes, it is a friendly and warm greeting suitable for anyone during the New Year.

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