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Why does America say 'merry christmas'? (lemmy.world)

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while it seems everyone else says 'happy christmas'

which imo is a way better phrase, it's very ... pragmatic. happiness is more attainable than merriment. how often is anyone merry?

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[-] ndru@lemmy.world 87 points 6 months ago

Merry Christmas is a popular expression in the UK too.

I think that merriment is actually much easier to attain than happiness. One could be miserable in life, but have a few drinks and be merry.

[-] phorq@lemmy.ml 33 points 6 months ago

Is it wrong for me to say that the pessimism with a side of alcohol is the most British you could possibly describe being merry?

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