Free Christmas Guess The Phrase for Kids, Teens, Adults
Think you know this holiday as well as you think you do? Prove it.
Christmas Guess-the-Phrase turns holiday sayings into a puzzle only your crew can crack. One blank at a time.
Gather everyone around, grab a pen, and see who cracks the code first. Fair warning: it’s way harder (and funnier) than it looks.
This free game requires spelling and reading some bigger words, so I recommend it for ages 9+. But you could also team up younger kids with teens or adults to work together!
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Objective of the Game
The goal is simple: be the first to guess the hidden phrase using only the word count and a few clues. It’s part word puzzle, part quick-thinking game.
And it’s perfect for testing how well your group finishes each other’s sentences (literally).
Supplies Needed for This Fill-in-the-Blank Game
- Use this blog post on your device or print the free printable puzzle sheet at the end of this post.
- A pen, pencil, or dry-erase marker
- Paper or a whiteboard for guessing
- A timer (optional, for added challenge)
- Bragging rights (essential)
How to Play This Holiday Guess The Phrase
1. Look at the blanks. Each puzzle shows a phrase with some of the letters replaced by blank lines. The numbers in parentheses tell you how many words are in the phrase. For example, (2) means that it’s two words.
2. Guess the phrase. Say your guess out loud, write it on a whiteboard, or write it on the free printable.
3. If you’re stuck, take turns guessing one letter at a time, like Hangman. (Or if you think it will be difficult, give your participants a word bank of all the answers to choose from.)
4. Check your answers below each question in the next section. (The answers are also under the free printable)
5. Keep score (optional). Award 1 point for a correct first guess, and fewer points for each hint used. Whoever has the most points after all the puzzles wins!
Playing with a group? Split into teams and take turns choosing a phrase puzzle. The first team to shout the correct answer gets the point. Just make sure everyone agrees on the rules before you start!
Christmas Guess The Phrase Puzzle
Here’s the version that you can play right from your phone, ipad, or computer. Just click the tabs to see the answers.
Fun Christmas Game Variations
There are many ways to vary the difficulty, excitement, and length of this game. Try one below!
Classic Solo: Work through the puzzles on your own or as a quiet activity. It works great as a Christmas classroom activity!
Team Battle: Split into two teams. Teams alternate choosing puzzles, and the first to shout the correct answer scores a point.
Speed Round: Set a timer (30–60 seconds per puzzle) and race the clock instead of each other. This one is great for keeping younger kids engaged.
Letter Buy-In — Each guess costs a “letter reveal.” Whoever solves it using the fewest revealed letters wins the round. (Just like Hangman)
Elimination Style: Miss a puzzle, and you’re out. The last player standing wins. (This one is good for larger groups or parties.)
Charades Twist — Once the phrase is guessed, the same player has to act it out for bonus points.
Make Your Own Puzzles: After completing these, make your own holiday phrases and then take out the letters for others to solve.
Free Printable Christmas Guess The Phrase
Grab the free printable here:
Christmas Guess The Phrase Answers
Here’s the free pdf answer key for quick checking:
1. Candy cane
2. Holly jolly
3. Deck the halls
4. Wrapping paper
5. Snow globe
6. Jingle bells
7. Gingerbread house
8. Twas the night
9. Ugly sweater
10. Christmas tree
11. Yule log
12. Reindeer Games
13. Twinkle lights
14. Hot cocoa
15. Merry and Bright
16. Sugar plums
17. Eggnog
18. Milk and cookies
19. Silent Night
20. North Pole
21. Santa’s sleigh
22. Let it Snow
Merry & Bright Holiday PDF Pack
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“It entertains the grandkids and grandparents, and they get to interact while doing the games! It can be hard to find games that link the generations!” – Linda K
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