Ready to solve some Christmas anagrams? We’ve hand-picked 10 Christmassy words and scrambled their letters, ready for you to solve.
How to play
- Attempt to solve each anagram from the jumbled up letters.
- When ready, click on the dropdown icon or word to reveal the answer.
Some words may be more difficult than others, but all are 100% solvable anagrams. Good luck!
Christmas Anagram Quiz
1. OETLSTIME
Answer: Mistletoe
Mistletoe is a parasitic plant that is commonly associated with Christmas traditions. It has green, leathery leaves and white berries.
During the holiday season, it is often hung on doorways or ceilings. As per the custom, if two people find themselves under the mistletoe, they are supposed to share a kiss. This tradition has become popular over the years.
2. ETNLSI
Answer: Tinsel
Tinsel is a type of decorative material that’s commonly used to adorn Christmas trees and other festive displays. It usually consists of thin strips or threads made from shiny, reflective materials such as metallic foil, plastic, or historically, even real silver.
The purpose of tinsel is to enhance the appearance of Christmas trees by creating a sparkling or shimmering effect when it reflects light. It is draped or hung on the branches to simulate the appearance of ice or icicles.
3. OGENGG
Answer: Eggnog
Eggnog is a decadent and velvety drink that is commonly linked with the winter festivities, particularly Christmas and New Year’s Eve. It is prepared by blending milk or cream, sugar, beaten eggs, and flavoured with spices such as nutmeg or cinnamon. Some recipes also include vanilla extract, alcohol, or other flavourings.
4. NEDIRERE
Answer: Reindeer
A reindeer is a species of deer native to the Arctic and subarctic regions of Europe, Asia, and North America. It is well-adapted to cold environments and is known for its distinctive appearance, which includes large, branching antlers (mostly in males) and a thick coat of fur that helps insulate it from harsh weather conditions.
Reindeer are known for their role in various cultural and folk traditions, especially associated with Christmas. In Western cultures, they are often depicted as pulling Santa Claus’s sleigh on Christmas Eve, helping him deliver presents to children around the world.
5. INLJGE LBESL
Answer: Jingle Bells
Jingle Bells is one of the most well-known and widely sung Christmas songs, but its origins are not directly tied to Christmas. The song was written by James Lord Pierpont and published under the title “One Horse Open Sleigh” in 1857. It was originally intended for Thanksgiving celebrations, not Christmas.
6. INSCOKGT
Answer: Stocking
A Christmas stocking is a traditional holiday decoration and part of the Christmas gift-giving custom in many cultures. It is typically a sock-shaped or sock-sized bag that is hung on Christmas Eve, usually near a fireplace or elsewhere in the home.
The tradition is that it will be filled with small gifts and treats by Santa Claus or other gift-givers overnight, and the contents are then discovered by the recipient on Christmas morning.
7. YANDC NCAE
Answer: Candy Cane
A candy cane is a traditional holiday confectionery with a distinctive hooked shape, often associated with Christmas. It is typically made of hard candy, usually peppermint-flavoured and striped with alternating red and white colours.
8. NREOTANM
Answer: Ornament
During the holiday season, Christmas ornaments are used to decorate Christmas trees or other festive displays. These decorative items come in various shapes, sizes, and materials, and are typically hung on the branches of Christmas trees to add beauty and festive flair to the overall display.
9. NEOLKSAFW
Answer: Snowflake
A snowflake is a beautiful crystal made of ice or a cluster of ice crystals that falls from a cloud in the form of snow. The unique and intricate hexagonal structure of each snowflake is determined by different environmental factors as it forms in the atmosphere. Temperature, humidity, and the path the snowflake takes through the atmosphere all play a role in the process of snowflake formation.
10. HSSIMTRAC
Answer: the word Christmas itself!
As you probably know already if you’ve searched for this quiz, Christmas is a Christian festival that occurs once a year to honour the birth of Jesus Christ. It is usually celebrated on December 25th, although some Christian denominations may observe it on different dates.
Christmas is a cultural and religious holiday that brings people together with festive and joyous activities. It holds significance for both religious and non-religious communities worldwide.
Summary
Thank you for taking part in solving our 10 Christmas anagrams. We hope you’ve enjoyed the quiz and managed to solve most of the words. Why not challenge your friends and family to unscramble these words too!
Happy holidays!
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