How to Say ‘Happy New Year!’ in Simplified Chinese
新年好！
💬 Usage Tip: Same phrase as above. You can say it brightly and quick—perfect for repeating many times while visiting.
🇨🇳 In China: If you want to sound a touch more formal, people also say [新年快乐] in cards/messages.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
新年
[xīn nián]
New Year
Used during the New Year season; pairs naturally with auspicious wishes like prosperity and wealth.
新年好，祝你生意兴隆、财源广进！
Happy New Year—wishing you a thriving business and abundant wealth!
好
[hǎo]
good; well; OK
Makes the greeting sound friendly and concise; “新年好” is slightly more informal than “新年快乐.”
新年好！愿你今年一切都好，财运更好。
Happy New Year! May everything go well this year, and your financial luck even better.
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