Looking for Christmas words that start with H? This collection includes festive terms, winter vocabulary, food words, and everyday words you can use in Christmas sentences. Each entry has a meaning and an example to help with cards, stories, classroom tasks, or word games.
Here’s a list of Christmas words starting with the letter H, including their meanings:
Choosing Words for Your Activity
For a quick starting set, try Holly, Holiday, Ho ho ho, Hymn, Hark, Hallelujah, Holy. For a strict Christmas-only challenge, choose names, objects, or traditions directly connected with the holiday. For creative writing, the broader descriptive and food words can help you tell a richer seasonal story.
The example sentences illustrate possible uses; they do not mean that every family follows the same custom. Names, slang, phrases, and inflected forms may be treated differently in a game, so agree on the rules first.
Hallelujah
An expression of praise to God.
Example: When the elves were done with making toys for Christmas, and Santa was on his way to deliver them, the elves cheered “Hallelujah” in celebration of their hard work.
Hallowed
Something that is made holy or consecrated, such as during Midnight Mass.
Example: Every year, mom prays over our Christmas tree, ensuring it is hallowed and ready for the holiday celebrations.
Ham
A lump of pork meat that is typically used for holiday feasts, especially at Christmas.
Example: Christmas dinner was almost done, and dad was getting ready to cut the ham.
Handcrafted
Made skillfully by hand.
Example: We were excited about the Christmas craft fair because we wanted to pick up some handcrafted lawn ornaments to decorate this year.
Handmade
Made by hand rather than mass-produced.
Example: This year, we decided to give everyone gifts we handmade for Christmas.
Handsome
Something good-looking or a substantial amount of something.
Example: On Christmas morning, Santa had a handsome amount of presents left, so the kids could not believe they were that good to deserve all the gifts.
Handy
Something that is easily handled, helpful, or close at hand.
Example: Mom decided to give dad a break this year and hired a handyman to hang the Christmas lights on the house.
Happily
To do something in a happy way, such as how the elves make Christmas toys.
Example: The reindeer were excited about Santa’s Christmas Eve run; they happily danced their way to the sleigh to get ready.
Happiness
A feeling of pleasure or contentment.
Example: The happiness of the elves was contagious, and there was no way Santa Claus would be grumpy for Christmas.
Happy
The feeling of contentment, such as how you feel when the holidays come around.
Example: The kids were very happy when they saw Santa had left many presents for them under the Christmas tree.
Happily
To do something in a happy way.
Example: The kids giggled happily as they played in the living room with the toys from Santa this Christmas.
Hard
Something that is solid, firm, and rigid, often challenging to bend or break.
Example: Our Christmas socks this year were full of sugary hard candies; my favorite ones were the cherry and strawberry-flavored candies.
Hardly
A term used as a qualifying statement to indicate that something is true but to an insignificant degree.
Example: There were so many toys underneath the Christmas tree I could hardly believe the entirety of Santa’s workshop was not unloaded into my home.
Hardily
The ability to withstand complex or challenging conditions, such as a brave explorer.
Example: Santa’s reindeer were hardily strong and could make it through all kinds of weather conditions, ensuring Santa could deliver presents on Christmas Eve.
Hark
An old-fashioned word meaning 'listen.'
Example: Hark! Did you hear Santa’s laugh?
Harmoniously
Playing noise in a manner that creates a pleasing or consistent sound.
Example: The Christmas carolers were harmoniously singing as they wandered the streets of downtown around the town’s Christmas tree.
Harmony
Agreement between people or a combination of musical notes.
Example: Before starting to sing, the choir director ensured everyone was ready to sing the harmony of “Jingle Bells.”
Heart
The central, innermost section of something or to like and love something very much.
Example: Grandma was the heart of this year’s Christmas celebration as we all gathered at her home with lots of food and gifts for her.
Heartening
Encouraging and increasing cheerfulness or confidence.
Example: It was very heartening to hear that everyone was getting a Christmas bonus at the company.
Heartfelt
Sincere and deeply felt.
Example: We hugged each other at the end of the Christmas party, and everyone’s good wishes were heartfelt.
Hearth
The floor or area around a fireplace.
Example: It was so cold in the room that both the dog and the cat cuddled near the fireplace’s hearth on Christmas Eve.
Heartily
To do something in a hearty manner, such as laughing or being joyous.
Example: Santa’s heartily laugh was enough to get everyone in the room laughing on Christmas Day.
Heartland
A country’s central part or area is sometimes referred to as a place of significant importance.
Example: The North Pole is the heartland of Santa’s Christmas planning, operations, and celebrations.
Heartsome
A cheerful spirit or the act of giving cheer and courage.
Example: The heartsome talk Santa had with his elves got them back in the mood to make toys for Christmas Day.
Heaven
A term used for referencing a religious location where God and his angels reside, but it may also be used to reference the sky and beyond where the sun, moon, stars, and planets are found.
Example: I stayed up all night watching the sky hoping to see Santa fly across the heavens as he delivered Christmas presents.
Heavenly
Something or someone resembling heaven or that is beautiful and blissful.
Example: The chocolate cake Aunt Mary made for Christmas dinner was heavenly, and I ate two pieces.
Help
To provide someone with assistance to make something easier for them.
Example: This year, I had no idea what I wanted for Christmas; I had to ask my dad for help making my wish list.
Helper
Someone who gives assistance.
Example: My nieces were always great helpers in the kitchen, and they were ready to get started making Christmas cookies.
Helping
Often used to refer to one person offering assistance to another, it can also refer to the amount of food served to one person.
Example: Christmas dinner was so good, dad went back for a second helping, but we all knew it was his third helping.
Herald
The term refers to an official messenger who brings news or signs that something is about to happen.
Example: The setting up of Christmas lights throughout the town was a herald of Christmas and Santa’s arrival.
Heralded
The past tense of herald often refers to a sign that something is maybe about to happen.
Example: The frigid breeze heralded a change in the weather, which meant we might be lucky enough to have snow on Christmas morning.
Heritage
A property or item that has been inherited or passed down from generation to generation.
Example: Every year for Christmas, we go to our family’s cabin to celebrate our heritage and enjoy time with everyone away from the busy city life.
Ho Ho Ho
The laugh traditionally associated with Santa Claus.
Example: We knew Santa was on his way as he exclaimed “Ho Ho Ho” from his sleigh as he flew overhead.
Holiday
A special day, festival, or period away from ordinary work.
Example: December 25, Christmas Day, is an official public holiday, and many businesses are closed so workers can celebrate at home with their families.
Holiness
The state of being holy or a title was given to the Pope that is used when addressing them.
Example: Chrissy was so excited that Christmas was here, and she wanted to be in charge of handing out the presents and acted like she had achieved great holiness.
Holly
An evergreen plant with leaves and berries used in Christmas decoration.
Example: Holly is the perfect addition to traditional Christmas decorations, but I think mom went overboard this year when she “Decked the Halls with lots of Holly.”
Holy
Sacred or connected with religious worship.
Example: At Midnight Mass, the priest discussed all things holy and the meaning of Christmas.
Home
The place where someone lives or feels they belong.
Example: Our home is decorated most on the block, ensuring Santa will not fly by on Christmas Eve.
Homemade
Made at home.
Example: Grandma’s homemade gingerbread cookies are always the best and one thing we look forward to every Christmas.
Honor
Someone or something that is held in high respect or esteem.
Example: We had the honor to enjoy Christmas breakfast with Santa and his elves.
Hope
A feeling of expectation or a wish for something good.
Example: Our kids were told by their friends there was no Santa, but they still held out hope that he was real and would deliver presents for them this Christmas.
Hoping
The act of wanting something to happen or to become true.
Example: I was hoping this year to get a bicycle for Christmas, and I must have been a good girl because there was one under the tree from Santa.
Hospitality
A warm welcome offered to guests.
Example: The Johnsons were known for their hospitality during the Christmas season, as they opened their doors every year for those who wanted to come by and visit.
Hosting
Welcoming guests or organizing an event.
Example: Chris always enjoyed hosting our family Christmas party, but he was letting our aunt host the holiday celebration this year.
Hot
Something that has a high temperature.
Example: There is nothing better than sipping hot cocoa while reading a book in front of the fireplace in my Christmas pajamas.
Hug
Holding someone close to show affection or comfort.
Example: Upon arrival at Grandma’s on Christmas Day, we always receive a hug before she lets us in the door.
Huge
Something of a significantly large size, enormous, or of considerable importance.
Example: The Christmas tree in the town square was so huge the star at the top was high above the roofs of nearby buildings.
Hugging
The act of giving someone or something a hug to show affection.
Example: This Christmas, my parents gave me a puppy, and it was so cuddly that I could not stop hugging it.
Hugs
Plural form of a hug, meaning receiving multiple embraces.
Example: The kids were tired of all the hugs because they wanted to go home and play with their Christmas presents.
Hum
A low steady, continuous sound, such as the hum of a fan or computer.
Example: Joey did not know the words to “Silent Night,” so he just hummed and acted like he knew the words.
Humility
A modest view of one’s own importance or having a high amount of humbleness.
Example: Shani was so nervous about meeting Santa that she showed extreme humility as she shyly went up to him.
Humming
The act of making a low steady, continuous sound.
Example: The elves were humming in unison as they busily made Christmas toys.
Hurry
To move around or act with great haste.
Example: We were running late for Christmas dinner, so we had to hurry up and finish getting ready so that we could leave for Grandma and Grandpa’s
Hurriedly
To act in a quick or rushed manner.
Example: We hurriedly got ready for the Christmas party because we knew our friends and family would arrive any minute.
Hustle
The busy movement and activity of something or someone, or to move in a hurried manner.
Example: Black Friday was just the beginning of all the hustle and bustle of shopping for the Christmas season.
Hymn
A religious song of praise.
Example: Midnight Mass always included a hymn or two as we praised God and everything He has done for us this year.
Christmas Words From A-Z
Here’s each list of Christmas words from the letters A to Z:
A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, I, J, K, L, M, N, O, P, Q, R, S, T, U, V, W, X, Y, Z
Christmas Word Activities
- Write five chosen words on cards, then match each word with a drawing or definition.
- Use three words in a Christmas card message or a short story. Include one object, one action, and one feeling.
- Play a sentence-building game: each player adds a sentence using a different word.
- For younger children, read the examples together and explain unfamiliar words before asking them to write.
You can make the activity easier by allowing phrases and proper names, or harder by using only words with a direct Christmas connection. Keep a separate list of general winter words so children can see the difference.
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