Learn to say the most common phrases in each language of a foreign country you may be visiting.
Oktoberfest might be right around the corner and it’s time to brush up on your German. This is the more logical reason as to why you stumbled upon this post rather than just browsing the web looking to learn something new. We love our beer too and it’s important to know some local traditions and …
The Italians are well know for their love of wine. It’s no coincidence that they have several meanings for cheers as you raise your glass and toast your friends and family. Cin Cin (Pronoucned Chin Chin). This is actually a popular cheers in several countries and can be said world wide with people knowing what …
When you think of drinking you most likely have thought of the Irish and the ever so popular Guinness. Ireland is well known for the alcohol so when you visit this beautiful country, it is important to know some of the local language so you can socialize and give a proper cheers as you raise …
Many people find themselves nervous to learn Polish for it’s words that contain 20 consonants and 2 vowels. However, fear not as if you plan on visiting Poland, you will want to learn a couple of the basic phrases and from there you will start to pick up on their language as locals talk to …
The Chinese have a rich heritage and culture when it comes to drinking and giving cheers. Just like other big countries such as France or Germany, there are rules involved in order to not come off rude or disrespectful. They aren’t crazy to learn and you most likely do most of them already. Before we …
Drinking in Greece is rather casual and done with friends and family while enjoying a nice meal or celebrating an event or achievement. However, that doesn’t you can’t cheers in a bar or restaurant and often you will find tourists gathering together and toasting while sharing stories of the adventures. Yasou – A very casual …
Sweden has some great European traditions when it comes to drinking and giving cheers to one another. Dating back all the way to the Vikings, Sweden, Norway, and the Netherlands all share very common histories which is why you can use this drinking term in any bar. You may not want to act like a …
Just like the Netherlands, Norway loves their drinking and celebration. They have stuck to their roots dating back to Vikings who often murder their enemies or rivals by poisoning their drinks. To make sure their drink wasn’t deathly they would cheers one another by smashing their glasses together to make sure they got their wine …
Western countries have always been known for their traditions and heritage that date back hundreds of years. Some of the first known cheers and toasts came from Kings in Europe who used it to welcome people who came to their halls and help seal peace between countries. It was always a time for celebration and …
The Czech Republic take pride in the celebrations and drinking pubs. Each bar typically only offers 1 draft on tap (along with some of the more common beers in a bottle like bud light) so you may be trying out several different places until you find your drink of choice. However, while you are making …
The Portuguese language is very similar to Spanish and therefor many phrases are used similarly when speaking. One such phrase is how to cheers or toast someone when drinking. Cheers in Portuguese While visiting Brazil you will most likely start drinking the popular rum called cachaca. It’s served at every bar and makes a good …
The dutch enjoy toasting just as much as every other country and it’s no surprise there are several terms they use depending what they are giving cheers to. When you visit the Netherlands you’ll often find people socializing, touching glasses, and giving thanks in small cozy pubs. If you want to join the fun here …
