If you’re ready to roll out a Christmas word game or rejoice in a letter-themed Christmas party, whatever the occasion, if you’re after Christmas words starting with the letter R, a long list of ideas is below.
As usual we’ll begin with a quick and easy reference list of just the Christmas ‘R’ words listed together. Then, further down the page, you’ll find the list repeated but this time we’ll include our reasons for proclaiming that each word meets the brief of being considered a ‘Christmas word’.
Let’s begin with our list of Christmas words beginning with the letter R:
Christmas Words Beginning With R
- Reindeer
- Rudolf/Rudolph
- Rejoice
- Ribbon
- Red
- Recipe
- Revelry
- Receive
- Roast
- Resolutions
- Relatives
- Retreat
- Rosy
- Refreshments
- Relish
- Reunions
- Reading
- Ring
- Radiance
- Respect
- Right/Left Christmas Game
Some of these are obvious, some might need a little bit of explanation. Regardless, here’s our reasons for including each of these words on our ‘Christmas Words Beginning With R’ list:
Reindeer
Reindeer are famously known for pulling Santa Claus’s sleigh, delivering presents to children around the world on Christmas Eve.
Rudolf/Rudolph
Rudolph is the most famous reindeer of all, known for his glowing red nose that guides Santa’s sleigh through foggy weather.
Rejoice
Christmas is a time of great joy and celebration, often marked by religious observances and festive gatherings where people rejoice. It’s also a word used a lot in traditional old Christmas carols and hymns.
Ribbon
Ribbons are commonly used for wrapping presents and decorating Christmas trees, adding to the festive spirit.
Red
Red is a color strongly associated with Christmas, seen in Santa’s suit, Christmas decorations, holly berries, and more.
Recipe
Christmas is a time for special meals and treats, and many people use traditional recipes to prepare holiday feasts and desserts.
Revelry
Christmas and New Year’s celebrations often involve revelry, which includes joyful festivities, parties, and merrymaking.
Receive
During Christmas, people exchange gifts, so receiving presents is a big part of the holiday tradition.
Roast
A roast dinner, such as roast turkey or ham, is a traditional Christmas meal in many cultures.
Resolutions
As the New Year follows closely after Christmas, making New Year’s resolutions is a common practice during the holiday season.
Relatives
Christmas is often a time for family gatherings, where relatives come together to celebrate and enjoy each other’s company.
Retreat
Some people take a holiday retreat, a relaxing getaway during the Christmas season to unwind and celebrate.
Rosy
The cold winter weather around Christmas often gives people rosy cheeks, and the term is also used to describe the cheerful holiday spirit. Of course, in the Southern Hemisphere, where Christmas is in Summertime, people may be rosy and red cheeked due to the heat or even sunburn!
Refreshments
Christmas parties and gatherings typically feature a variety of refreshments, including festive drinks and snacks.
Relish
Many people relish the special moments and traditions of Christmas, enjoying the season’s delights with great pleasure.
Reunions
Christmas is a time for reunions, where family and friends come together, sometimes from far away, to celebrate the holiday.
Reading
Reading Christmas stories, such as “The Night Before Christmas,” is a cherished tradition for many during the holiday season. Also, in the religious context, people may be asked to do a Bible ‘reading’, reading a passage out loud in front of the congregation during a church service.
Ring
The sound of bells ringing is synonymous with Christmas, from church bells to the jingle of sleigh bells in holiday music. ‘Sleigh bells ring, are you listening…’
Radiance
Christmas lights and decorations add a radiant glow to homes and streets, symbolizing the warmth and light of the holiday season.
Respect
The holiday season emphasizes goodwill, kindness, and respect towards others, embodying the spirit of Christmas.
Right/Left Christmas Game
This is a popular gift exchange game played at Christmas parties, where participants pass gifts left or right according to a story with repeated “right” and “left” directions.
From the iconic Reindeer and Rudolph (the Red-nosed Reindeer), who lead Santa’s sleigh, to the Red Ribbons and festive decorations that adorn our homes, each word reflects a unique aspect of Christmas traditions and celebrations. We Rejoice in the warmth of family Reunions, savoring special Recipes and Refreshments, and taking time for quiet Reading and reflection.
The Radiance of Christmas lights, the joyous Revelry of gatherings, and the heartfelt Respect and goodwill towards others all contribute to the magic of this special time of year. Whether it’s the simple pleasure of a Roast dinner or the fun of a Right/Left Christmas Game, these words remind us of the many ways we come together to celebrate and cherish the season.
Hopefully now you are ready to run with one of these Christmas words starting with R! Let us know if we’ve missed any and we’ll return to the list and add them!
