The Christmas season is a great time to expand students’ vocabularies with words that capture the spirit of the holiday. Below is a list of Christmas words that start with the letter “V,” perfect for elementary school lessons. Each word includes a simple description and an example sentence to help students understand and use these festive terms.
Here Is A List Of Unique Christmas Words That Start With V To Expand Your Child’s Christmas Vocabulary
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Vacation
Description: A break from school or work, often spent with family during the holidays.
Example Sentence: “The students were excited for their Christmas vacation to begin.”
Vacuum
Description: A device used to clean floors by sucking up dirt and dust.
Example Sentence: “We used the vacuum to clean up the pine needles from the Christmas tree.”
Valet
Description: A person who parks cars for guests, often at hotels or events.
Example Sentence: “The valet parked our car when we arrived at the holiday party.”
Valor
Description: Great courage in the face of danger, especially in battle.
Example Sentence: “The story of St. Nicholas shows the valor of a kind and brave man.”
Valuable
Description: Something of great worth or importance.
Example Sentence: “The family heirloom is a valuable part of our Christmas traditions.”
Values
Description: Important beliefs or principles that guide behavior.
Example Sentence: “During Christmas, we focus on values like kindness and generosity.”
Van
Description: A large vehicle used to transport people or goods.
Example Sentence: “We loaded the van with gifts to deliver to the shelter.”
Vanilla
Description: A flavor often used in Christmas baking, like cookies and cakes.
Example Sentence: “The vanilla cookies were a favorite at the Christmas party.”
Various
Description: Different kinds or types.
Example Sentence: “The store sold various ornaments for the Christmas tree.”
Vase
Description: A container used to hold flowers or decorations.
Example Sentence: “The Christmas centerpiece was arranged in a beautiful vase.”
Vegan
Description: A person who does not eat animal products.
Example Sentence: “We made a vegan Christmas dinner for our guests who don’t eat meat.”
Velvet
Description: A soft, luxurious fabric often used in holiday clothing.
Example Sentence: “She wore a red velvet dress to the Christmas Eve service.”
Velvetine
Description: A fabric similar to velvet, soft and smooth to the touch.
Example Sentence: “The velvetine stockings were hung by the fireplace.”
Vespers
Description: Evening prayers, often held in churches during Christmas.
Example Sentence: “The vespers service on Christmas Eve was peaceful and solemn.”
Vest
Description: A sleeveless garment worn over a shirt.
Example Sentence: “He wore a green vest with his Christmas outfit.”
Vibe
Description: The general feeling or atmosphere of a place.
Example Sentence: “The Christmas market had a joyful vibe that everyone enjoyed.”
Vibrant
Description: Full of energy and bright colors.
Example Sentence: “The vibrant lights on the Christmas tree lit up the room.”
Victory
Description: The act of winning or overcoming a challenge.
Example Sentence: “The children celebrated their victory in the Christmas quiz.”
View
Description: What you can see from a particular place.
Example Sentence: “The view from the mountain was breathtaking with all the snow.”
Vigil
Description: A period of staying awake, often to pray or watch.
Example Sentence: “The family kept vigil on Christmas Eve, waiting for midnight.”
Vigilant
Description: Keeping careful watch for possible danger or difficulties.
Example Sentence: “The vigilant shepherds watched over their flocks on Christmas night.”
Village
Description: A small community or town.
Example Sentence: “The village square was decorated beautifully for Christmas.”
Violin
Description: A string instrument often used in Christmas music.
Example Sentence: “The violin played a beautiful melody during the Christmas concert.”
Virgin Mary
Description: The mother of Jesus Christ, central to the Christmas story.
Example Sentence: “The children acted out the story of the Virgin Mary in the Christmas play.”
Virtue
Description: A quality considered morally good or desirable.
Example Sentence: “Christmas is a time to practice virtues like patience and generosity.”
Vision
Description: The ability to see or imagine something.
Example Sentence: “The artist had a vision for the perfect Christmas card design.”
Visitor
Description: A person who comes to visit someone or a place.
Example Sentence: “We had many visitors during the Christmas holiday.”
Vista
Description: A pleasing view, especially one seen through a long, narrow opening.
Example Sentence: “The snowy vista from the cabin was picture-perfect.”
Visual
Description: Relating to seeing or sight.
Example Sentence: “The visual decorations at the Christmas event were stunning.”
Vivacity
Description: The quality of being lively and full of energy.
Example Sentence: “Her vivacity was contagious as she danced at the Christmas party.”
Vivid
Description: Bright, distinct, and clear.
Example Sentence: “The Christmas story was brought to life with vivid details.”
Vixen
Description: One of Santa’s reindeer, known for pulling his sleigh.
Example Sentence: “Vixen was at the front of the sleigh, ready for the Christmas Eve journey.”
Vocal
Description: Related to the voice or speaking.
Example Sentence: “The vocal performance of the carolers was amazing.”
Vocalists
Description: Singers, especially those who sing in a group or choir.
Example Sentence: “The vocalists sang beautifully during the Christmas service.”
Voice
Description: The sounds produced by people speaking or singing.
Example Sentence: “The children’s voices filled the room with Christmas cheer.”
Volunteer
Description: A person who offers to do something without being paid.
Example Sentence: “Many volunteers helped prepare meals for the homeless at Christmas.”
Votive
Description: A candle or offering given in fulfillment of a vow or as a symbol of devotion.
Example Sentence: “The church was filled with votive candles during the Christmas service.”
Vow
Description: A solemn promise or commitment.
Example Sentence: “They made a vow to spend every Christmas together.”
Voyage
Description: A long journey, often by sea or space.
Example Sentence: “The family took a voyage to visit relatives for Christmas.”
What are some Christmas words that start with V?
Here are some unique Christmas words that start with V (see descriptions and sample sentences above):
Vacation, Vacuum, Valet, Valor, Valuable, Values, Van, Vanilla, Various, Vase, Vegan, Velvet, Velvetine, Vespers, Vest, Vibe, Vibrant, Victory, View, Vigil, Vigilant, Village, Violin, Virgin Mary, Virtue, Vision, Visitor, Vista, Visual, Vivacity, Vivid, Vixen, Vocal, Vocalists, Voice, Volunteer, Votive, Vow, Voyage
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Gabrielle Kotkov is an AMI-trained 3-6 Montessorian and educational consultant. She has a Master's Degree in Child Studies and is certified in TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages). She is particularly interested in the intersection between Montessori education and multilingualism, which led her to create the Multilingual Montessori website and podcast. Gabrielle has taught in schools in NYC, Sicily, London, and Austin, and is currently on the teaching faculty of the West Side Montessori School Teacher Education Program, an AMS training center in NYC.