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Hope you had a great holiday vs Hope you've had a great holiday

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in slightly different contexts. "Hope you had a great holiday" is used when you are referring to a past holiday that has already ended. On the other hand, "Hope you've had a great holiday" is used when you are referring to a holiday that is still ongoing or has just ended.

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Hope you had a great holiday

This phrase is correct and commonly used when referring to a past holiday that has already ended.

This phrase is used to express good wishes for a holiday that has already taken place. It is suitable for situations where you are talking about a holiday that is in the past.

Some examples from our editors:

  • Hope you had a great holiday in Hawaii last month!
  • I hope you had a great holiday season with your family.
  • Mar 5, 2024 ... This article lists 15 alternatives to the common phrase “I hope you had a great holiday.” Each option comes with a short explanation and an email example to ...
  • Jan 9, 2015 ... I would say either: 'I hope you had a great holiday', referring to a vacation, or, 'I hope you enjoyed the holidays', when referring to religious or public ...
  • Dec 28, 2023 ... 86 likes, 0 comments - englishnick67 on December 28, 2023: "So I hope you had a great holiday.(i even got to meet Santa Claus) Tonight ...
  • Jul 8, 2024 ... Yes my family and I did and I hope you had a great holiday as well ❤️. 3 mos. 3. 󱘫. Top fan. Delores Mclamore. I had a nice weekend even ...
  • Jan 2, 2024 ... Happy New Year!! We hope you had a great holiday season, and as we look back at 2023 we'd like to highlight this past Fall '23 semester.
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  • Top fan. Darci Humphries. I hope you had a great holiday with your family. I can't wait to ride my 1600th with you and the tribe on Tuesday. #plainjane_. 4 yrs.
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Some alternatives from our editors:

  • I hope you enjoyed your holiday.
  • I hope your holiday was fantastic.
  • I hope your holiday was amazing.
  • I hope your holiday was wonderful.
  • I hope your holiday was memorable.

Hope you've had a great holiday

This phrase is correct and commonly used when referring to a holiday that is still ongoing or has just ended.

This phrase is used to express good wishes for a holiday that is either ongoing or has just ended. It is suitable for situations where you are talking about a holiday that is recent or current.

Examples:

  • Hope you've had a great holiday in Spain so far!
  • I hope you've had a great holiday with your friends this week.
  • Dec 27, 2014 ... So it's safe to wish people a happy New Year. I hope you've had a great holiday and that you have a great New Years too. Take care!
  • We hope you've had a great holiday season and are feeling great about 2013! We are looking forward to our upcoming tour in February to the West and Midwest ...
  • I hope you've had a great holiday season. We've got lots of things planned for 2014 including a fellowship and service opportunities. I would like to thank all who ...
  • May 18, 2014 ... Hope you've had a great holiday in the UK!! ps. Love the sound of that Lebanese cookbook! Reply. Eating Wiesbaden says: May 28, 2014 at ...

Alternatives:

  • I hope you are enjoying your holiday.
  • I hope your holiday is going well.
  • I hope your holiday has been fantastic.
  • I hope your holiday has been amazing.
  • I hope your holiday has been wonderful.

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